Description
This Honey Garlic Pork Rice Bowl is the ultimate combo of crispy, tender pork coated in a sweet-savory glaze with hints of garlic and soy. Paired with vibrant broccoli and fluffy rice, it’s a delicious and satisfying meal that’s quick enough for weeknights but bold enough for the weekend.
Ingredients
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1.5 pound pork tenderloin
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3 large garlic cloves, finely minced
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¼ cup honey
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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2 tablespoons ketchup
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½ teaspoon salt, plus extra for broccoli
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½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus extra for broccoli
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½ cup cornstarch
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2 large eggs
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1 cup neutral oil for frying, plus extra for broccoli
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2 cups broccoli florets
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Hot cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
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Prep the pork: Cut pork tenderloin into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
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Coat the pork: In one bowl, whisk the eggs. In another, add cornstarch. Dip pork pieces into egg, then dredge in cornstarch to coat.
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Fry the pork: Heat 1 cup of neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry pork in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
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Make the sauce: In a small saucepan, combine minced garlic, honey, soy sauce, and ketchup. Cook over medium heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring often until slightly thickened.
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Toss pork in sauce: Add fried pork to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
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Cook the broccoli: In a separate pan, heat a bit of oil. Add broccoli florets, season with salt and pepper, and stir-fry until just tender, about 4–5 minutes.
- Assemble bowls: Add a serving of hot cooked rice to a bowl, top with honey garlic pork and broccoli. Serve immediately.
Notes
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You can swap pork tenderloin with chicken breast or thighs.
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Add red pepper flakes or sriracha to the sauce for a spicy kick.
- Frozen broccoli works in a pinch—just thaw and pat dry before sautéing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired