Ground Pork Stir Fry is a quick, flavor-packed meal with zucchini, green beans, garlic, and ginger in a flavorful sauce. Ready in 30 minutes.
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30-Minute Dinner The Whole Family Will Love!
Ground Pork Stir Fry has quickly become a family favorite! It’s super straightforward to customize with whatever veggies you need to use up, and you can have it ready in 30 minutes or less.
Got fresh garden veggies? This is the reliable dish to showcase them! As it is, the dish is mild—mild enough that my little boys devour it, making it one of their top picks. But, I like a little more kick, so I usually add extra chili garlic sauce to my portion.
If you’re cooking for spice lovers, feel free to bump up the chili garlic sauce to a tablespoon or more. Just taste as you go and adjust until it’s as spicy as you want!
Ground Pork Stir Fry Ingredients
| Ingredient | Tips |
|---|---|
| Zucchini | Cut into half moons for even cooking and a great texture. |
| Green Beans | Trim the ends to avoid tough spots. |
| Oil | Divide the oil to avoid overcrowding the pan so veggies get a nice char. |
| Ground Pork | Cook until the edges turn golden brown for the best texture and flavor. |
| Green Onions | Slice thin for even topping. |
| Rice | Serve over white or brown rice. |
| Sauce | Adjust chili garlic sauce to your spice level. Add more for heat. |
How To Make Ground Pork Stir Fry
- Make the Sauce: Stir well to avoid lumps from the cornstarch.
- Cook Pork: Let the pork cook without stirring for a minute to get a good sear.
- Stir-Fry Veggies: Spread the veggies out in the pan to avoid crowding.
- Combine Everything: check the seasoning and adjust with more salt, pepper, or chili sauce.
- Serve: Squeeze fresh lime for an extra burst of flavor!
Quick Tip
Cornstarch is used in almost every stir fry recipe as a thickener. When mixed with a bit of liquid, it forms a slurry. Added to the pan, it quickly thickens the existing liquids, usually in less than a minute, creating a velvety sauce.
Storage
Let the ground pork stir fry cool, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave until warmed through.
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Switch Things Up
- Change Meat: Use ground chicken like in this sweet and sour ground chicken or turkey instead of pork, and season well.
- Vary Veggies: Swap zucchini for squash, or green beans for asparagus.
- Spice It Up: Add sriracha or more chili garlic sauce for extra heat.
- Garnishes: Top ground pork stir fry with toasted sesame seeds or fresh herbs like scallions.
