Stir Fried Garlic Pork or Chicken

Satisfy your cravings with this quick and flavorful Stir Fried Garlic Pork or Chicken, an easy-to-make dish bursting with savory goodness and aromatic garlic. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this recipe features thinly sliced pork loin or chicken breast stir-fried to tender perfection in a tantalizing blend of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a hint of sugar for balance. The addition of minced garlic, spring onions, and optional red chili slices adds layers of flavor and a touch of heat. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile stir-fry pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles, making it a hearty, family-friendly meal. Its simple cooking technique and pantry-friendly ingredients make it ideal for busy cooks looking to bring a taste of Asia to the table.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g pork loin or chicken breast (sliced thinly)
• 6 cloves garlic (minced)
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tsp sugar
• 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp neutral cooking oil (e.g., vegetable or canola oil)
• 2 stalks spring onions (sliced into 1-inch pieces)
• 1 piece red chili (optional, sliced)
• 3 tbsp water
• 4 cups cooked rice (for serving, optional)

Directions

Step 1

1. Prepare the ingredients: Thinly slice the pork loin or chicken breast, mince the garlic, and slice the spring onions and optional red chili.

Step 2

2. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, ground black pepper, and water to create the stir-fry sauce. Set aside.

Step 3

3. Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the cooking oil.

Step 4

4. Add the minced garlic to the wok and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.

Step 5

5. Increase the heat to high and add the sliced pork or chicken to the wok. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until the meat is cooked through and lightly browned.

Step 6

6. Pour the prepared stir-fry sauce into the wok and toss to coat the meat evenly. Let the sauce cook and thicken slightly for 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

7. Add the spring onions and optional red chili slices to the wok. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened but still vibrant.

Step 8

8. Remove the wok from the heat and transfer the stir-fried garlic pork or chicken to a serving plate.

Step 9

9. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1520.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2594.2

Total Fat 100.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 395mg	0%
Sodium 2930.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 244.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.3g	0%
Total Sugars 7.1g
Protein 163.4g	0%

Vitamin D 35IU	0%
Calcium 210.0mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 2809.8mg	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: 35.8%

Protein: 25.8%

Carbs: 38.5%