Mongolian Pork

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu is a plant-based protein, reducing cost and calories.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos is often less expensive.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar is less processed and has a lower glycemic index.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often cheaper and has a neutral flavor.

Slice pork into thin strips.

Marinate pork in soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic for at least 30 minutes.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add marinated pork to the skillet and stir-fry until browned, about 4-5 minutes.

Remove pork from skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add bell peppers and carrots; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.

Return pork to the skillet and add green onions, red pepper flakes, and sesame oil; mix well.

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.

Serve over cooked rice and drizzle with additional soy sauce if desired.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens