Spicy Cashew Pork
Spicy Cashew Pork is a vibrant stir-fry recipe that delivers bold flavors and a delightful balance of textures in just 30 minutes! Tender strips of marinated pork loin are seared to perfection and paired with crunchy toasted cashews, crisp red bell peppers, and succulent zucchini, all tossed in a rich and spicy sauce made with soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin, and sambal oelek for a fiery kick. Infused with aromatic garlic, ginger, and sesame oil, this dish is as fragrant as it is flavorful. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this protein-packed recipe is best served over fluffy white rice, making it a satisfying and irresistible meal for the whole family. Ideal for fans of spicy stir-fry and cashew recipes, this dish is destined to become a new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork loin
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp sambal oelek (chili garlic sauce)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 zucchini
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 inch fresh ginger
- 3 green onions
- 0.5 cup unsalted cashews
- 2 tbsp water
- 2 cups white rice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Slice the pork loin into thin strips and place it in a medium-sized bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, and 1 tablespoon of water. Mix well to coat the pork and set aside to marinate for 10 minutes.
While the pork marinates, prepare the vegetables. Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips, dice the zucchini into bite-sized pieces, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger. Chop the green onions into small pieces, keeping the white and green parts separated.
In a small bowl, mix the remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sambal oelek, and sesame oil. Set aside as the stir-fry sauce.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the cashews and toast for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly, until they are lightly golden and fragrant. Remove the cashews from the skillet and set aside.
Using the same skillet, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the pork strips in a single layer and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are browned and cooked through. Remove the pork and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the white parts of the green onions, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring, until fragrant.
Add the bell pepper and zucchini to the skillet and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes, until the vegetables start to soften but still have a slight crunch.
Return the cooked pork to the skillet, along with the stir-fry sauce. Stir well to coat everything evenly and let it cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Add the toasted cashews and the green parts of the green onions to the skillet. Give it a final stir to combine.
Serve the Spicy Cashew Pork hot over a bed of white rice, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
633 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.5 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 90 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 837 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 38.3 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 874 mg | 19% | |
*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.
