Chinese Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 pounds pork tenderloin
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/2 onion, thinly sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Trim the pork tenderloin of any excess fat and slice it into thin strips.
2. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, cornstarch, ginger, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until a smooth marinade is formed.
3. Add the pork strips to the marinade and stir to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
4. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Remove the pork from the marinade and shake off any excess. Add the pork to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through.
6. Add the onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until softened.
7. Return the pork to the skillet and stir until heated through. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of the recipe):

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 25g
• Fat: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 15g

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and juicy pork tenderloin with a sweet and savory glaze
• Vibrant and flavorful stir-fried vegetables
• Balanced flavors of soy sauce, honey, and vinegar

User Comments:

• "This was absolutely delicious! The pork was so tender and the sauce was so good. I will definitely be making this again."
• "I love the combination of the pork and vegetables. It's a perfect dish for a weeknight dinner."
• "This dish is very easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great way to introduce Chinese flavors to American guests."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to marinate the pork for at least 30 minutes. This will help to tenderize the meat and add flavor.
• If you don't have rice vinegar, you can substitute white vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
• Serve this dish with steamed rice or noodles.