Honey Ginger Pork Bites
This sweet and spicy honey ginger pork bites recipe is tossed up with stir-fried bell peppers and a sweet sauce made from ginger and honey. It’s a homemade takeout that you can whip up in just 15 minutes.
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Honey Ginger Pork Bites
You are in for a serious treat with these pork chop bites.
Perfectly crispy yet tender bites of pork, cooked in a sweet ginger glaze that will lead you to go for seconds.
But the best part? It’s so easy to make and it only takes 15 minutes!
We’re talking no muss, no fuss. Making it an ideal quick weeknight dinner idea when you’re short on time but want more than a grilled cheese sandwich.
Pork Bites Ingredients
Honey Ginger Sauce Ingredients
Ingredient Substitutions
We get it, sometimes you can’t find everything at the store or you don’t quite have everything on hand. So here are some variations of this recipe.
Pork chops: you can use pork tenderloin or pork belly to make these bites. (Pork belly bites have our vote.)
Red chili flakes: if you don’t like heat, feel free to leave them out. This dish isn’t entirely spicy, you could always start with 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon and see how it works for you.
Soy sauce: Coconut aminos (aka coconut sauce) is a great option. See notes on how to ensure this recipe is gluten-free.
Cornstarch: Arrowroot powder is a great substitution for cornstarch.
Vegetable oil: Avocado oil is my go-to as it has a high smoke point.
Fresh ginger: You can use ginger powder, 1/2 teaspoon.
Gluten Free Tip
Ensure it’s gluten free by double checking the soy sauce label (wheat is a common additive in most soy sauces).
Storing Leftovers & Freezing Instructions
These Asian pork bites make a great meal prep main dish as they keep well for up to 5 days in the fridge.
Make sure you seal them in an air-tight container (these are my favorite) or wrap them up with plastic wrap.
Freezing Pork Bites
You can freeze the ginger pork by allowing the dish to cool completely and then store it in the freezer for up to a month.
We recommend laying parchment over the dish if they’re in an air-tight container to prevent the ice crystals from forming.
Kitchen Tools Needed
The best part of this sticky honey pork recipe? It’s simple. There is very little prep involved and a short cooking time.
- Large Skillet. A quality cast iron skillet would be ideal for a good sear but you can do it with a regular skillet too.
- Meat Thermometer
- Serving spoon
- Air-tight containers (for leftovers)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)
What to Serve with Pork Bites
Here are some side dish ideas for this tasty pork recipe.
- Ramen Noodles. Serve this honey pork recipe stir fry style, over a bed of ramen. We love these gluten-free ramen noodles.
- Rice. Basmati is our go-to but you can also steam jasmine rice as the aromatic flavors will balance out the honey and ginger.
- Stir-Fried Vegetables: A medley of colorful veggies like bok choy, broccoli, snap peas, and carrots stir-fried with a touch of garlic and ginger.
- Asian Slaw: A refreshing mix of shredded cabbage, carrots, and cilantro tossed in a tangy dressing made with rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
- Grilled Pineapple: Grilling pineapple slices add a sweet and slightly caramelized flavor that pairs wonderfully with the honey ginger pork.
- Cucumber Salad: Thinly sliced cucumbers dressed in a light vinaigrette with rice vinegar, soy sauce, and a touch of honey.
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Honey Ginger Pork Bites
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops boneless (1.76 lb | 800 g)
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon red chilli flakes
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce make sure it's gluten free, if you're gluten free
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or avocado oil
- 1 yellow bell pepper cut in cubes (4.23 oz | 120g)
Honey Ginger Sauce
- ¼ cup honey 2.02 fluid oz | 60 ml
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger see notes about using ground
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Optional Garnishes
- green onion
- red chili flakes
Instructions
Crispy Pork
- Cut pork chops in 1.5 inch pieces and season with salt, pepper, red chili flakes and soy sauce. Stir all together then sprinkle cornstarch while combining.4 pork chops, ½ teaspoon sea salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon red chilli flakes, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- Heat oil in a pan on medium high heat. Fry pork on each side until brown and is no longer pink inside. Make the honey ginger sauce as the pork is cooking.2 tablespoons vegetable oil or avocado oil
- Turn the heat to medium and add the bell pepper. Stir and cook for 2 minutes.1 yellow bell pepper
Honey Ginger Sauce
- In a medium bowl, add all the ingredients. Pour on the pork and bell pepper. Stir and cook for 2 minutes.¼ cup honey, 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- Remove from heat and garnish with green onion and chili flakes. Serve and enjoy!green onion, red chili flakes