Description
A quick and flavorful Ginger Honey Ground Pork recipe with a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors. Ready in under 30 minutes, this versatile dish pairs well with rice, noodles, or lettuce wraps for an easy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp cooking oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients – Mince the garlic and ginger, chop the green onions, and measure out all sauce ingredients.
- Cook the Pork – Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add cooking oil. Add ground pork, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned and no longer pink.
- Add Aromatics – Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Prepare the Sauce – In a small bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well.
- Combine Everything – Pour the sauce over the pork and stir to coat evenly. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Final Touches – Drizzle in sesame oil, then sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
- Serve and Enjoy – Pair with steamed rice, noodles, or lettuce wraps.
Notes
- Make it Spicy – Add more red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha.
- Use Different Proteins – Substitute ground chicken, turkey, or beef.
- Add Vegetables – Toss in bell peppers, shredded carrots, or snap peas.
- Low-Carb Option – Serve over cauliflower rice or in lettuce cups.
- Extra Tangy Flavor – Add a splash of lime juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: main dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: asian
Keywords: Ginger Honey Ground Pork, quick pork recipe, Asian-inspired pork, easy weeknight dinner, sweet and savory pork