Quick and Delicious Orange Pork Stir-Fry Recipe

This quick and tasty orange pork stir-fry recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Succulent pork slices are stir-fried with vibrant bell peppers, carrots, and zesty orange sauce. The combination of sweet, sour, and savory flavors creates a delicious meal that can be served over steamed rice or noodles.

Ingredients

• 1 lb pork tenderloin, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 green onions, chopped for garnish
• Steamed rice or noodles, for serving

Directions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, and water. Set aside.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the pork slices and stir-fry until browned and cooked through. Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add bell pepper and carrot. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
4. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Cook for another 1 minute.
5. Pour the prepared orange sauce into the skillet. Stir well to coat the vegetables.
6. Return the cooked pork slices to the skillet. Add red pepper flakes if desired. Stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the pork and vegetables evenly.
7. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions.
8. Serve the orange pork stir-fry hot over steamed rice or noodles.

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