Easy Ground Pork Stir Fry Recipe

The Little Bowl of Sauce

Let’s start with the sauce. It’s just three things. Soy sauce, honey, and a pinch of ginger. Whisk them in a little bowl. Doesn’t that smell amazing? Sweet and salty all at once. This sauce is the heart of the whole dish. I always give it a taste on my finger. It makes everything come together.

My grandson calls it “magic juice.” He’s right. It turns simple pork and veggies into a special meal. That’s why this matters. A good sauce can make any cook feel like a chef. What’s your favorite simple sauce? Is it a barbecue glaze or a lemony drizzle? I’d love to know.

A Sizzling Start

Now, the pork. Crumble it into a hot pan. Listen to that happy sizzle. Brown it until it’s not pink anymore. You’ll see some grease in the pan. We’ll drain most of that away. It keeps things tasty but not too heavy.

Here’s a mini story. Once, I was talking to my neighbor and forgot the pork! It got a little too brown. But you know what? It was still good. A little extra crisp never hurt anyone. It taught me to keep an eye on the pan. Cooking is about paying gentle attention.

The Veggie Party

Time for the party. Add your carrots and broccoli. Pour that magic sauce right over everything. The sound changes. It goes from a sizzle to a merry bubble. Stir it all around. The sauce coats each little piece.

Cook it just until the veggies get friendly. You want them tender but with a little crunch. Nobody likes mushy broccoli! Fun fact: The bright orange color in carrots helps keep your eyes healthy. Isn’t that clever? Food that’s pretty and good for you.

The Spinach Trick

Last, the spinach. It looks like a mountain in the pan. I still laugh at that. It seems like too much. But give it a minute. Watch it wilt down into nothing. Stir it in gently. In two minutes, it’s just a lovely green ribbon through your stir fry.

This is my favorite part. It feels like a kitchen secret. Why this matters? It shows how things change. A big, scary pile can become something small and wonderful. Do you have a food that changes like that when you cook it?

Getting It All Ready

Here’s the big tip. Start your rice first. Rice takes its sweet time. This stir fry comes together in about 15 minutes. If you wait, you’ll have hot stir fry and cold rice. And that’s no good for anyone.

When everything is hot, spoon the stir fry over fluffy rice. Sprinkle on some green onions and sesame seeds. The seeds add a tiny crunch. It’s perfect. Now, the most important question. Do you eat from a bowl or a plate? I’m a bowl person, myself. Everything stays cozy together.

Ingredients:

Ingredient	Amount	Notes
Ground Pork	1 pound
Shredded Carrots	1 cup
Broccoli Florets	1 cup
Minced Garlic	1 teaspoon
Soy Sauce	1/3 cup
Ground Ginger	1/4 teaspoon
Honey	2 teaspoons
Packed Spinach	2 cups
Sesame Seeds	For garnish
Green Onions	For garnish

My Speedy Weeknight Pork Stir Fry

Hello, dear! Let’s make a quick dinner together. This stir fry is my go-to on busy nights. It reminds me of cooking for my grandkids after soccer practice. The kitchen would be full of hungry noise! Doesn’t that smell amazing? The sauce is sweet, salty, and just right. I still laugh at that one time I used a whole tablespoon of ginger by mistake. Our noses tingled for hours! So, let’s get your rice cooking first. That’s the secret to a smooth dinner. Ready your skillet, and we’ll begin.

Step 1: Make the Sauce

First, make your magic sauce. Grab a small bowl. Pour in the soy sauce, honey, and ground ginger. Whisk it until it’s all friends. See how the honey swirls in? This sauce is the heart of the dish. (A hard-learned tip: measure your ginger carefully! A little goes a long way.)

Step 2: Cook the Pork

Now, heat your big skillet. Crumble in the ground pork like you’re crumbling a cookie. Cook it for about 5 minutes until it’s not pink. You’ll see some grease in the pan. We’ll drain that off. It makes our stir fry much nicer, I promise.

Step 3: Add Veggies & Sauce

Turn the heat down to medium. Add the carrots, broccoli, and garlic. Pour your lovely sauce over everything. Give it a good stir. Let it cook for 4-5 minutes. The veggies will start to get tender. Can you hear that happy sizzle? What vegetable do you think wilts the most? Share below!

Step 4: Wilt the Spinach

Here comes the fun part! Pile all that fresh spinach on top. It looks like a mountain, doesn’t it? Just stir it gently into the hot mixture. Watch the spinach shrink and wilt. It only takes 2-3 minutes. Then, you’re done! Serve it hot over your fluffy rice.

Cook Time	15 minutes
Total Time	20 minutes
Yield	4 servings
Category	Dinner, Quick Meal

Three Fun Twists to Try

This recipe is like a favorite sweater. You can dress it up for any occasion! Here are three simple ways to change it. My grandson loves the spicy version. It makes him feel brave. Which one would you try first? Comment below!

• The Turkey Twist: Use ground turkey instead of pork. It’s a bit lighter but just as tasty.
• The Spicy Kick: Add a big spoonful of chili garlic sauce to your stir fry sauce. Oh, it wakes up your taste buds!
• The Rainbow Bowl: Toss in some sliced red bell pepper and snap peas with the broccoli. So colorful and crunchy.

How to Serve Your Masterpiece

Now, let’s make it a meal. A bowl of warm jasmine rice is perfect underneath. It soaks up the extra sauce. Sprinkle on those green onions and sesame seeds for a pretty finish. For a side, simple cucumber slices are always refreshing. They cool your mouth if you made the spicy version!

What to drink? A cold glass of ginger ale with a lime wedge is lovely. For the grown-ups, a light lager beer pairs nicely. It cuts through the rich flavors. Which would you choose tonight? I think I’ll have the ginger ale. It reminds me of old-fashioned soda shops.

Keeping Your Stir Fry Happy for Later

This stir fry is a wonderful leftover. Let it cool completely first. Then tuck it into a container in the fridge. It will be your friend for three to four days. You can also freeze it for a busy month. I use old yogurt containers for single servings. It’s a perfect quick lunch.

Reheating is simple. A splash of water in a pan over medium heat works best. Stir it gently until it’s hot. The microwave works too. Just cover it with a damp paper towel. This keeps everything from drying out. I learned that trick after a dried-out lunch years ago!

Batch cooking this recipe saves so much time. Double the pork and veggies. Cook it all in a big pot. You’ll have meals ready for the week. This matters because a good meal should help you, not stress you. Have you ever tried storing it this way? Share below!

Little Fixes for a Perfect Stir Fry

Sometimes our cooking needs a small fix. That’s okay. First, if your pork is too greasy, just drain it well. I use a spoon and tilt the pan. Too much grease makes the sauce oily. This matters because a clean sauce tastes brighter and clings better to the rice.

Second, watch your broccoli. You want it tender but still green. If it’s cooking too fast, add a tablespoon of water. It will steam nicely. I remember when I overcooked mine once. It was so sad and mushy!

Third, the spinach wilts a lot. It seems like too much at first. But trust the process. Keep stirring. It will shrink down perfectly. Getting these little things right builds your cooking confidence. Which of these problems have you run into before?

Your Quick Stir Fry Questions, Answered

Q: Can I make this gluten-free? A: Yes! Just use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.

Q: Can I make the sauce ahead? A: Absolutely. Mix it up to three days before. Keep it in the fridge.

Q: What other veggies can I use? A: Try bell peppers, snap peas, or mushrooms. Use what you love.

Q: Can I double the recipe? A: For sure. Use your biggest skillet or cook in two batches.

Q: Any optional tips? A: A tiny splash of rice vinegar at the end is lovely. Fun fact: Ginger and honey are old friends in both food and medicine. Which tip will you try first?

From My Kitchen to Yours

I hope you love making this easy dinner. It always makes my kitchen smell wonderful. I would be so delighted to see your creation. Share a photo of your finished plate with us. It makes my day to see your cooking adventures.

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Happy cooking!
—Anna Whitmore.