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Sticky Honey Garlic Pork

A warm and comforting dish featuring tender pork glazed in a sweet and savory marinade, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic about 3-4 cloves
  • 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb pork tenderloin sliced into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp green onions chopped for garnish
  • sesame seeds for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, minced ginger, rice vinegar, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir well to combine.
  2. Add the sliced pork and coat evenly. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth. Add this mixture to the marinated pork and stir to combine.
Cooking
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the marinated pork and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
  3. Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens.
Serving
  1. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over rice or with vegetables.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for about 3-4 days. For meal prep, make ahead and reheat gently. Consider cutting pork into even pieces for uniform cooking. Experiment with sweeteners or add red pepper flakes for heat.