Savory Pork Apple Stir Fry
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Savory Pork Apple Stir Fry, a quick and flavorful dish that masterfully blends sweet and savory flavors in just 30 minutes. Tender strips of pork loin are stir-fried to perfection and paired with crisp red bell peppers, caramelized onions, and tart slices of apple for a uniquely delicious combination. A glossy soy sauce and honey-based glaze, infused with apple cider vinegar and garlic, ties the dish together with a perfect balance of sweet and tangy notes. Topped with fresh green onions and optional sesame seeds, this versatile stir-fry is perfect served over fluffy rice, quinoa, or noodles. Ideal for busy weeknights, this easy recipe is as nutritious as it is satisfying, making it a must-try for fans of creative, wholesome meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork loin
- 2 medium apple (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 stalks green onions
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
Thinly slice the pork loin into bite-sized strips. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper, and set aside.
Core and thinly slice the apples. Cut the red bell pepper into thin strips and slice the onion. Mince the garlic cloves. Chop the green onions for garnish and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, and cornstarch. Stir until the cornstarch dissolves completely. Set the sauce mixture aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the pork strips and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until browned and just cooked through. Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add the onion, red bell pepper, and garlic. Stir fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are softened but still crisp.
Add the apples to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until they start to soften slightly.
Return the cooked pork to the skillet. Pour the sauce mixture over the pork and vegetables, stirring well to coat everything evenly. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and everything is heated through.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Serve hot over steamed rice, quinoa, or noodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1877 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.7 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.3 g | 136% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 358 mg | 119% | |
| Sodium | 3212 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 125.3 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 84.8 g | ||
| Protein | 134.1 g | 268% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 294 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 3217 mg | 68% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
