This Stir Fry Pork with Snow Peas and Mushrooms is easy to make and makes a tasty entrée. Marinated sliced pork, stir fried with a mix of snow peas and button mushrooms - what's not to like!
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We cook with pork a lot, as we enjoy switching it up when we cook, so we will cook with beef, chicken, pork, and lamb as our main meat dish quite often.
Usually we will also have a seafood dish and a veggie dish and eat everything family style. This dish already has the meat and veggies so it's pretty great for a one dish entrée also.
About Snow Peas
In case you're not very familiar with snow peas, it's a very popular veggie used in Chinese cooking. Here's some additional info about this delicious and healthy vegetable!
How to Eat Snow Peas?
You can buy snow peas fresh or frozen from the grocery store. I prefer fresh, and actually many grocery stores will have them already washed and packaged, ready to eat. You can eat snow peas cooked or raw.
A very popular to cook snow peas is to stir fry it (which is what we will do in this recipe.) To eat raw, you can add in salads and serve with dressing.
Prior to cooking or eating raw, you can remove the tough string around the pod. This is optional, but recommended if you prefer to not have to deal with the harder tougher parts of snow peas.
Are Snow Peas Good For You?
Snow Peas are good for you! They are packed with vitamin A and C, iron, magnesium, fiber, potassium, and folic acid. All this and being low in calories! To learn more about snow peas health benefits, check out this article.
Are Snow Peas and Snap Peas the same?
Snow Peas and Snap Peas are very similar - both are shelled with peas in the pod. They both are low in calories, while being nutritious (fiber, vitamin C, etc.). However, Snow Peas and Snap Peas are not the same.
Snap Peas are actually crossed between snow peas and garden peas (aka sweet peas)! Physically, snow peas are flatter and contain smaller peas inside. Snap Peas pods are more rounded and their peas are also bigger.
Taste wise, snow peas are less sweet than snap peas. But both are tender and crisp. Also, opposite of garden peas/sweet peas, you can eat the shell of snow peas and snap peas.
If you're looking for more delicious recipes that use snow peas, check out my Shrimp and Snow Peas recipe!
How to Stir Fry Pork with Snow Peas and Mushrooms (Step by Step)
First gather your ingredients:
- 1 lb pork, thinly sliced (you can buy pork and do this yourself, or you can also often find pre-sliced pork in the hot pot section of Asian supermarkets)
- 3 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves of garlic, chopped
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup snow peas
Combine pork and marinade/sauce ingredients (soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil) in a large bowl or zip lock bag. If you are about to cook it, let it marinade at the very least 15-30 minutes. If you are making this ahead, cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes before cooking.
In a large nonstick cooking pan or wok, heat cooking oil over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add garlic, and let it heat up for about half a minute.
Then add the pork, and stir fry until mostly browned. Remove pork and garlic from pan.
Add snow peas and mushrooms in to cooking pan. Stir fry everything together for about another 2-3 minutes.
Add the pork and garlic from earlier back in to pan, and stir fry another 1-2 minutes or until pork is cooked thoroughly and the veggies have softened (but not soggy! It's yummier when there's still a little crunch to it).
Remove from heat and serve!
Storage & Reheat
If you have leftovers, let the stir fry cool completely before storing.
- Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: For the best texture, reheat in a pan or wok over medium heat until warmed through. You can add a splash of water or a drizzle of sesame oil if it looks a little dry. If you're in a rush, the microwave works fine too - just cover and heat in short intervals, stirring in between.
FAQ
Can I use other vegetables?
Yes! This recipe is flexible. You can swap the snow peas for snap peas, bell peppers, broccoli, or even asparagus - just adjust cooking time so veggies stay crisp-tender.
Can I make this ahead of time?
You can prep the pork and marinade in advance - it actually helps the flavor deepen! Stir fry everything right before serving for the best texture.
What cut of pork works best?
I recommend using pork loin, tenderloin, or shoulder sliced thinly across the grain. These cuts stay tender and cook quickly.
Can I make it gluten-free?
Yes - just use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
Do I need to blanch the snow peas first?
Nope! Since they cook fast, just toss them in raw - they'll turn bright green and slightly crisp after a couple of minutes in the wok.
Stir Fry Pork with Snow Peas and Mushrooms Recipe
This Stir Fry Pork with Snow Peas and Mushrooms is a quick and tasty entrée! Tender marinated pork is stir-fried with crisp snow peas and earthy button mushrooms for a flavorful one-pan meal that’s perfect with rice or on its own.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork, thinly sliced (pork loin, tenderloin, or shoulder)
- 3 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped
- 2 cups sliced button mushrooms
- 1 cup snow peas
- 2–3 tablespoon cooking oil
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Pork:
In a large bowl or zip-top bag, combine sliced pork with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Mix well. Let it marinate for at least 15–30 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes if prepping ahead. - Cook the Pork:
Heat cooking oil in a large nonstick pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add chopped garlic and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add marinated pork and stir-fry until mostly browned. Remove pork and garlic from the pan and set aside. - Stir Fry the Vegetables:
In the same pan, add snow peas and mushrooms. Stir fry for 2–3 minutes until the snow peas turn bright green and the mushrooms begin to soften. - Combine Everything:
Return the pork and garlic to the pan. Stir fry together for another 1–2 minutes, until the pork is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp. - Serve:
Remove from heat and serve immediately. Great with steamed rice or as part of a family-style meal.
Notes
- Dry Ingredients Well: Make sure the pork is patted dry before marinating so the sauce sticks better.
- Adjust Veggies: Feel free to swap in snap peas, broccoli, or bell peppers for variety.
- Don’t Overcook: Keep the veggies crisp-tender for the best texture and color.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 355Total Fat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 732mgCarbohydrates: 10gFiber: 4gSugar: 4gProtein: 34g
The nutrition information for this recipe is an approximate total per serving. Please double check the nutrition information for your exact ingredients and brands for more precise nutrition information. Keep in mind that if there is a marinade, often times not all the ingredients will be consumed.
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Love this Ginger Pork Stir Fry? Here are a few more tasty pork dishes to try next:
- Japanese Ginger Pork Stir Fry (Shogayaki) - Thinly sliced pork stir-fried in a savory-sweet ginger sauce. Quick, flavorful, and perfect with rice.
- Red Braised Pork Belly with Bamboo Shoots - A rich and comforting Chinese braise with soy sauce, chili paste, and star anise.
- Broccoli Pork Stir Fry - A quick and healthy stir fry with tender pork and crisp broccoli in a savory sauce.
- Pan Fried Pork Belly - Crispy edges and juicy centers - this pork belly is simple, satisfying, and perfect with your favorite dipping sauce.
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