Country-Style Skillet Pork
A hearty country-style skillet dish featuring tender pork, colorful vegetables, and savory stir-fry sauce, perfect for a quick, flavorful family meal.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cut pork into 1-inch cubes; coat with a mixture of cornstarch, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add pork and brown on all sides.
- Remove the skillet from heat.
- Combine stir-fry sauce and water; stir into the skillet.
- Cover and return the skillet to heat.
- Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring once.
- Stir in the onion chunks and frozen vegetables.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 12 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
- Serve hot over rice.
Tips & Substitutions
For extra flavor, marinate the pork in the stir-fry sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking. If you don't have cornstarch, flour can be a suitable substitute for coating the pork. Feel free to add your favorite vegetables to the mix; bell peppers or snap peas work well. For a spicier kick, consider adding a splash of hot sauce or red pepper flakes.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this Country-Style Skillet Pork over steamed rice or noodles for a hearty meal. Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds for added freshness. It pairs beautifully with American recipes like coleslaw or a simple green salad to balance the richness of the dish.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm on the stove over low heat, adding a splash of water to prevent drying out. You can also microwave in short intervals, stirring in between, until heated through.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Country-Style Skillet Pork contains roughly 1551 calories, with 42g protein, 236g carbohydrates, and 72g fat. It is an excellent source of dietary fiber (235% of the Daily Value), iron (152% of the Daily Value), and vitamin A (110% of the Daily Value). Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 964mg per serving (42% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different cut of pork for this recipe?
Yes, you can use other cuts like pork tenderloin or even pork chops. Just ensure they are cut into similar-sized cubes for even cooking. The cooking time may vary slightly depending on the cut.
What type of stir-fry sauce should I use?
A basic stir-fry sauce works well, but feel free to experiment with different flavors such as teriyaki or sweet and sour sauce. Just ensure it complements the other ingredients you are using.
Can I make this dish ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the pork and sauce ahead of time and store them separately in the fridge. When ready to serve, just combine and heat as directed. This can enhance the flavors, making it a great option for meal prep.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).