Mongolian Pork
Ingredients
- 1 lbpork tenderloin
- ¼ ccornstarch
- 2 tbspcanola oil
- 4garlic cloves
minced
- 1 tbspfreshly grated ginger
- ½ clow-sodium soy sauce
- ⅓ cdark brown sugar
- ¼ cwater
- 2green onions
green parts only, sliced into 2 inch pieces
- ½ tspground black pepper
- 2 tspsesame seeds
for garnish
Directions
- 1
Cut the pork tenderloin into 1/2 inch pieces.
- 2
Add the cornstarch to a large zip top bag; Add the pork pieces to the bag and seal it, making sure to remove the excess air.
- 3
Shake the bag to coat the pork in the cornstarch.
- 4
Use a slotted spoon to remove the pork pieces, shaking off excess cornstarch, and transfer to a plate.
- 5
Add the canola oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is shimmering add the pork pieces in an even layer being careful not to overcrowd the pan. You can cook the pork in batches if you need to.
- 6
Cook the pork for 4-5 minutes the flip the pork and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or until the internal temperature is 140°F.
- 7
Transfer the pork to a clean plate and set aside.
- 8
In the same skillet, add the garlic and grated ginger. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 9
Add the soy sauce, brown sugar and water and stir to combine.
- 10
Bring the sauce to a simmer. Add the pork and sliced green onions to the skillet.
- 11
Cook for 3 minutes. The sauce will thicken as it cooks.
- 12
Serve over rice and sprinkle with sesame seeds for garnish.
Mongolian Pork
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About this Recipe
Craving a restaurant-quality meal without the fuss of takeout? This Mongolian Pork recipe delivers incredible flavor in just 30 minutes, making it the perfect choice for a busy weeknight.
What sets this dish apart is its clever twist on the classic Mongolian preparation, using tender pork tenderloin instead of beef. The result is a truly quick-cooking protein bathed in a signature sticky, sweet sauce, perfectly balanced with aromatic garlic, fresh ginger, and savory low-sodium soy sauce.
Prepare for a delightful interplay of tastes and textures. You'll enjoy exceptionally tender pork, coated in a glistening, deeply flavorful sauce that’s both sweet and savory with a hint of garlic and ginger warmth. The sauce has that craveable sticky quality, clinging beautifully to every piece of pork. It’s an easy-to-master main dish that feels special enough for company but simple enough for any night of the week.
Customization & Variations
While this recipe shines with pork tenderloin, you can easily adjust the sauce to your preference. Feel free to increase or decrease the fresh ginger and garlic for a bolder or milder aromatic profile. For a richer sweetness, you could slightly increase the dark brown sugar, or conversely, pull it back for a less sweet finish.
This quick and flavorful Mongolian Pork is ideal for a satisfying weeknight dinner. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles to soak up every last drop of the delicious sauce, garnished with fresh green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.