Pork and Asparagus Stir Fry

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this quick and flavorful Pork and Asparagus Stir-Fry—a vibrant dish that's ready in just 25 minutes! Tender slices of pork tenderloin are marinated in a savory soy-oyster sauce mixture, then stir-fried alongside crisp, tender-crisp asparagus and aromatic garlic and ginger. The dish is finished with a glossy, umami-rich sauce infused with sesame oil and a touch of heat from optional red chili flakes. Perfect served over steamed rice or noodles, this recipe is a healthy, one-pan meal that’s bursting with bold flavors and textures. Whether you're looking for an easy stir-fry recipe, a high-protein dinner, or a way to enjoy seasonal asparagus, this dish has it all.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb pork tenderloin
• 1 lb asparagus
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 3 tbsp water
• 2 tbsp cooking oil (vegetable or canola)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ginger, minced
• 0.5 tsp red chili flakes (optional)
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Trim the pork tenderloin of any excess fat and slice it thinly against the grain into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch together. Add the sliced pork and toss to coat. Let marinate for 10 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.

Step 3

Wash and trim the woody ends of the asparagus. Cut the asparagus into 2-inch pieces.

Step 4

In another small bowl, combine the remaining 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, and 3 tablespoons water. Set aside.

Step 5

Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of cooking oil to the skillet. Add the minced garlic, ginger, and optional red chili flakes. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the asparagus to the skillet and season with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the asparagus is tender-crisp.

Step 8

Return the pork to the skillet. Pour in the sauce mixture and stir well to combine. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened and everything is evenly coated.

Step 9

Garnish with sliced green onions before serving. Serve the stir-fry hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1125.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1164.0

Total Fat 58.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.4g
Cholesterol 308.4mg	0%
Sodium 4747.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g	0%
Total Sugars 9.6g
Protein 127.7g	0%

Vitamin D 36.3IU	0%
Calcium 204.7mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 3334.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.2%

Protein: 43.1%

Carbs: 12.7%