Colombian‑Inspired Pork & Veggie Stir‑Fry-CC
Main Dish • Herbs & Spices, Juice, Pork, Sauce, Vegetable
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Ingredients
- PORK & MARINADE
- 1 lb pork tenderloin or pork loin, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp achiote (annatto) powder or paste
- 1 Tbsp lime juice (or sour orange)
- 1 Tbsp white vinegar
- 1 Tbsp oil
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- VEGETABLES
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 cup green beans or snap peas
- 1 cup zucchini or carrot slices
- FINISHING SAUCE
- ¼ cup chicken or pork stock
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp honey or brown sugar (optional)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (garnish)
Directions
- 1. In a bowl, toss pork with garlic, cumin, achiote, lime juice,
- vinegar, oil, salt, and pepper. Marinate 15–20 minutes.
- 2. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium‑high heat with oil.
- 3. Add pork in a single layer and sear 2–3 minutes per side.
- Remove and set aside.
- 4. In the same pan, add onion and cook 2 minutes.
- 5. Add remaining vegetables and stir‑fry 4–5 minutes until
- crisp‑tender.
- 6. Return pork to pan. Add stock, soy sauce, and honey (if using).
- 7. Toss and cook 2–3 minutes until glazed and heated through.
- 8. Garnish with cilantro and serve.
Notes
- SERVING SUGGESTIONS
- Serve over white rice
- Pair with arepas or avocado slices
- NOTES
- Colombian flavors are savory, not spicy.
- Achiote adds color and warmth, not heat.
