Mongolian Pork Stir-Fry

Mongolian Pork Stir-Fry
🧾 Ingredients
For the pork marinade:
500 g pork tenderloin, thinly sliced
2 tbsp soy sauce
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp cornstarch
For the sauce:
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp hoisin sauce
1/3 cup water or broth
1 tsp cornstarch (for thickening)
For stir-fry:
2 tbsp oil (vegetable or sesame)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1 small onion, sliced
1/2 cup green onions, chopped
👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Marinate the Pork
   In a bowl, combine:
   sliced pork
   soy sauce
   black pepper
   cornstarch
   Mix well and let sit for 15–20 minutes.
2. Prepare the Sauce
   In a small bowl, mix:
   soy sauce
   brown sugar
   hoisin sauce
   water or broth
   cornstarch
   Stir until smooth and set aside.
3. Cook the Pork
   Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan or wok over medium-high heat.
   Add pork in a single layer.
   Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned.
   Remove from pan and set aside.
4. Stir-Fry Aromatics
   Add remaining oil to the pan.
   Sauté garlic and ginger for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
   Add sliced onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.
5. Combine Everything
   Return pork to the pan.
   Pour in the sauce.
   Stir well and cook for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the pork.
6. Finish
   Add green onions and toss for 1 minute.
   Remove from heat.
   🍽️ Serving Suggestions
   Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
   Sprinkle with sesame seeds for extra flavor.