Pork in Hot Peanut Sauce

Treat your taste buds to a bold and satisfying dish with this irresistible Pork in Hot Peanut Sauce! Tender slices of pork tenderloin are coated in a thin cornstarch crust and seared to golden perfection before being enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce made with peanut butter, coconut milk, and a kick of red chili flakes. Balanced with the umami of soy sauce, the tang of rice vinegar, and a touch of sweetness from brown sugar, this dish is the perfect blend of spicy, savory, and slightly sweet flavors. Garnished with scallions and crunchy peanuts for extra texture, it’s a crowd-pleasing meal that’s both simple to prepare and bursting with flavor. Serve it over fluffy steamed rice for an easy weeknight dinner that feels like a gourmet treat. Perfect for fans of savory peanut sauce recipes and quick skillet meals!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Pork tenderloin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 4 tablespoons Creamy peanut butter
• 200 milliliters Coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 2 stalks Scallions, thinly sliced (optional for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Chopped peanuts (optional for garnish)
• 4 servings Cooked rice

Directions

Step 1

Slice the pork tenderloin into thin pieces, approximately 1/4-inch thick.

Step 2

Season the pork slices with salt and black pepper, then coat them evenly with cornstarch. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the pork slices and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Lower the heat to medium and add the soy sauce, rice vinegar, peanut butter, coconut milk, and brown sugar to the skillet. Stir until the peanut butter is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 6

Simmer the sauce for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.

Step 7

Return the cooked pork slices to the skillet and toss them in the hot peanut sauce until fully coated and heated through, about 2 minutes.

Step 8

Serve the pork in hot peanut sauce over cooked rice. Garnish with scallions and chopped peanuts, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1756.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2708.4

Total Fat 98.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 27.7g
Cholesterol 340mg	0%
Sodium 6114.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 287.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 31.0g
Protein 169.4g	0%

Vitamin D 40IU	0%
Calcium 228.2mg	0%
Iron 18.2mg	0%
Potassium 3578.9mg	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: 32.6%

Protein: 25.0%

Carbs: 42.4%