Ground Pork with Bell Peppers and Onions ! Yum 🫶
Ingredients:
• 1 lb ground pork
• 2 bell peppers (any color), sliced
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions:
1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add minced garlic and sliced onions to the skillet and sauté until onions are translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Add the ground pork to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until it’s browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in the sliced bell peppers and continue to cook for another 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften but still have a slight crunch.
5. In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Pour the sauce over the pork and vegetables, and stir well to combine.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
7. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
8. Serve hot over cooked rice.
Enjoy your delicious ground pork with bell peppers and onions!
I absolutely adore this ground pork and bell pepper recipe because it's such a lifesaver on busy nights! It’s quick, flavorful, and uses ingredients I usually have on hand. If you're wondering, 'Whats For Dinner?' this dish is always a fantastic answer! Many of you might be thinking, 'Isn't this like pork giniling?' And you're right, it's incredibly similar! For a classic Filipino giniling twist, I sometimes add a can of diced tomatoes or a splash of tomato sauce and a handful of green peas towards the end of cooking. It really changes the flavor profile beautifully and makes it even heartier. Speaking of additions, if you're a fan of potato and pork recipes, this dish pairs wonderfully with diced potatoes! You can either pan-fry some small potato cubes separately until tender and add them in at step 5, or serve this stir-fry alongside some fluffy mashed potatoes or roasted potato wedges for a more substantial meal. It’s a great way to make it even more filling and satisfying. And for those who love ground pork stuffed peppers, while this is a stir-fry, the savory pork mixture is so versatile! You could easily use it as a delicious filling for halved bell peppers. Just par-bake your bell peppers, fill them up with this mixture, top with a little cheese if you like, and bake until tender and bubbly. It's all about getting creative in the kitchen! To get the best pork with peppers and onions stir fry, remember a few simple tricks for your ground pork and peppers: Don't overcrowd your pan, cook the pork until nicely browned for maximum flavor, and make sure your bell peppers still have a slight crunch – nobody likes soggy veggies! This ensures that perfect texture every time. Also, feel free to adjust the sauces to your liking; a little sriracha can add a nice kick! This ground pork and peppers recipe is incredibly versatile. Beyond rice, try it with noodles, lettuce wraps for a lighter option, or even as a topping for baked potatoes! It's truly one of those dishes that answers the eternal question, 'Whats For Dinner?' with a resounding 'Yum!'
