This ground pork stir fry is your new weeknight hero. It’s made with just a handful of ingredients, cooks in under 30 minutes, and brings that perfect balance of savory, sweet, and a little kick if you’re feeling spicy.
Why You’ll Love It
This easy ground pork stir fry recipe is one of my favorite ways to get dinner on the table fast without skimping on flavor.
You don’t need a ton of prep work -- just some chopped green beans, mushrooms, and onion and the rest comes together in a single large skillet
It’s a flavorful recipe that hits all the best notes of Asian cuisine with ingredients like hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and fresh ginger.
You can totally customize the spice level by adding crispy chili oil or red pepper flakes at the end, making it kid-friendly or bringing the heat for yourself.
Serve it over my coconut white rice, brown rice, rice cooker sushi rice or even cauliflower rice if you’re feeling lighter.
And if you’re a meal prep person, this delicious dish reheats like a dream. Just store leftovers in an airtight container and boom, tomorrow’s lunch is sorted.
Plus, if this is your first time cooking with ground pork, you’re about to see why it’s one of the best ground pork recipes out there. It cooks quickly, so the cooking time is minimal, and the pork soaks up all that flavorful sauce like a champ.
You could even swap in ground beef, ground turkey, or ground chicken next time, but honestly, the pork cooks up so juicy and rich that it’s hard to beat.
This easy ground pork recipe is a great way to sneak more veggies onto your dinner table. Just swap the green beans for broccoli florets, red bell peppers, baby bok choy, or snap peas - it works with whatever you've got as long as you chop it small enough.
And if you’re into rice bowls or lettuce wrap dinners, this stir-fry makes the perfect filling. Basically, it’s an easy weeknight dinner that the whole family will love, with plenty of options to keep things interesting. Let's get to making this delicious ground pork stir-fry y'all!
Ingredients & Substitutions
Here’s what you’ll need for this flavorful ground pork stir fry. Don't forget you can find the exact ingredient amounts and printable recipe card for this easy stir fry recipe can be found at the bottom of this post.
- Sesame oil: This adds a nutty, toasty base. You could use avocado oil, peanut oil, or vegetable oil in a pinch. Olive oil also works but the sesame oil adds so much more flavor.
- Sliced shiitake mushrooms: They bring an earthy umami vibe. Baby bella or button mushrooms from the grocery store also work.
- Ground pork: I use a full 1 lb of ground pork for the best flavor. Ground beef, ground turkey, or even ground chicken are great swaps.
- Onion: A finely diced onion adds sweetness and depth. Shallots or green onions can work too. You could leave it out if you're not into onions though.
- Green beans: These give a nice crunch, but you could use other veggies. Try red bell pepper, green pepper, snow peas, snap peas, or broccoli florets instead.
- Ginger paste: I love buying the fresh ginger paste from the vegetable section at the grocery store. But fresh ginger is always a win. Ground ginger works in a pinch. YOu could also swap it for garlic powder if you don't like ginger.
- Hoisin sauce: Sweet and savory with tons of flavor—oyster sauce or dark soy sauce could sub in if needed. If you don't have hoisin sauce, you could use gochujang paste instead. Or swap it for 2 tablespoon of brown sugar which will help caramelize the ground meat.
- Peanut butter: It adds creaminess and a subtle nuttiness to create a super flavorful creamy gravy. Almond butter or tahini would also work.
- Soy sauce: Regular or low-sodium. For more depth, add a splash of fish sauce, rice vinegar or dark soy sauce.
- Crispy Chili Oil: if you want spicy, add some crispy chili oil to your cooked pork.
- Salt & pepper: Simple seasoning that makes everything pop - kosher is the best salt and fresh cracked pepper is always a winner.
- Optional Additions: fresh herbs and sesame seeds are also fun for toppings if you want to get creative.
How to Make It
Here’s the easy way to whip up this flavorful ground pork stir fry recipe:
- COOK MUSHROOMS: Add sesame oil to a large heavy-bottomed pot or hot skillet over medium-high heat. Toss in the mushrooms with a pinch of salt. Cook for a few minutes until they soften and get a little color.
- BROWN THE PORK: Scoot the mushrooms to the side and add the ground pork and another pinch of salt. Use a wooden spoon or meat masher to break it up as it cooks.
- ADD VEGGIES & AROMATICS: Once the pork is almost cooked through, add the green beans, onion, garlic, and ginger. Stir and cook over medium heat until the pork is fully cooked and the green beans just start to soften.
- MAKE THE SAUCE: Push everything to the sides and create a little space in the middle of the pan. Add the hoisin sauce, peanut butter, and soy sauce in the middle. Using a spatula, mash and mix it together until smooth, then toss everything to coat in the flavorful sauce. Cook for another couple of minutes until the green beans are crisp-tender.
- FINISH & SERVE: Remove from heat. Drizzle with crispy chili oil or sprinkle red pepper flakes if you want a little heat. Serve over white rice, brown rice, or cauliflower rice or toss with rice noodles for a fun twist.
What to Serve It With
This easy ground pork stir fry is amazing on its own, but here are some fun ways to serve this delicious recipe:
- Over rice: White rice, brown rice, my rice cooker sushi rice or even coconut rice.
- With noodles: Rice noodles, udon, or soba.
- Lettuce wraps: Use butter lettuce or cabbage leaves for a lighter option.
- On the side: Pair with quick-pickled veggies, steamed dumplings, or a simple cucumber salad.
And for more classic recipes, check out:
- Cast Iron Skillet Italian Meatballs with Ricotta
- Bucatoni with Bolognese Sauce
- The Best Dr Pepper Pulled Pork Butt Recipe (Slow Cooker) or this Easy Pressure Cooker Pulled Pork Recipe (Instant Pot)
- Easy Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders Recipe
- Easy Italian Grinder Salad Recipe (Viral on Tiktok!)
Recipe
Ground Pork Stir Fry Dinner Recipe (Quick & Easy)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 5 oz container Shiitake Mushrooms Sliced
- 1 lb Ground Pork
- 1 medium-sized Onion finely diced (about 1 cup)
- ½ lb Green Beans ends trimmed and chopped into ½-inch pieces (about 1.5 cups)
- 1 teaspoon Ginger Paste (or finely minced regular ginger)
- 2 tablespoon Hoisin Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Peanut Butter
- 2 tablespoon Soy Sauce
- Kosher Salt & pepper to taste
- Crispy Chili Oil optional for spice
Instructions
- Add sesame oil to a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and a hefty pinch of salt. Cook for a few minutes until the mushrooms start to soften.
- Scoot mushrooms to the side and add ground pork and another pinch of salt. Use a meat masher or wooden spoon to break up the pork as it cooks.
- Once almost cooked through, add the finely chopped green beans, onions, garlic, and ginger. Stir and cook until the pork is fully cooked and the green beans are starting to soften.
- Make a little space in the middle of the pan and add hoisin, peanut butter, and soy sauce. Mash together, then stir everything so it’s coated. Cook for a few more minutes until the green beans are crisp yet tender and bright green.
- Remove from heat and top with crispy chili oil or red pepper flakes if desired. Serve with rice or with lettuce wraps.
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