I love quick meals that taste like you spent hours cooking. This easy Teriyaki pork noodle stir-fry is exactly that! Tender pork, crisp vegetables, and fresh egg noodles come together in a tangy teriyaki sauce with a hint of lime. It's fast, easy, and full of texture.
Making this recipe is a breeze, even if you're new to stir-fries. With a few simple steps, you'll have a restaurant-style dinner on the table in 20 minutes. The fresh noodles soak up all the sauce perfectly, making every bite delicious and satisfying.
🍤 Serves 3 | 🥚 High-Protein | 🌿 Gluten-Free | ⏱ 20-Min Meal
I use pork strips for extra fast cooking, but this works well if you have leftover teriyaki pork tenderloin, too! The combination of tender pork, crisp veggies, and the rich teriyaki sauce is just fantastic. It's comforting, satisfying, and a great way to sneak in lots of vegetables.
For busy readers who need dinner on the table fast, this 20-minute teriyaki pork stir-fry is a lifesaver. You can prep all the vegetables ahead of time-which is my favorite time-saving hack! When you get home, the whole meal comes together faster than ordering takeout. This recipe hits that sweet spot of tasting like you spent hours cooking, but really only takes a few quick steps.
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💗 Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Super Fast: This meal takes less than 25 minutes to make, start to finish!
- Bright and Tangy: The fresh lime juice and zest balance the teriyaki's sweetness beautifully.
- Simple Clean-Up: You only need one pan for almost the entire recipe.
- Family Favorite: Everyone at my table loves the sweet, sticky coating on the fresh egg noodles.
- Better Than Takeout: The fresh ingredients mean the teriyaki pork fillet will be much more tender and the vegetables crispier than anything from a delivery bag.
🥘 Ingredients
*See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
- pork strips or tenderloin - use lean, boneless pork; tenderloin gives the best texture. You can buy them pre-cut for stir-fries or get a large piece, slice it into strips, and freeze it in portions for next time.
- stir-fry vegetable mix - any mix with bean sprouts, carrots, peppers, and cabbage works well. Or just use what's in your fridge - broccoli, zucchini, mushrooms, baby corn, or snow peas are all great options.
- fresh egg noodles - medium or thin ones cook fast and don't clump easily. They work perfectly in quick dishes like my weeknight chicken noodle stir-fry.
- teriyaki sauce - bottled or homemade, both work; check the saltiness before adding extra seasoning.
- vegetable or avocado oil - both have a neutral taste and a high smoke point, perfect for stir-frying. I used sunflower oil.
- garlic - fresh cloves give a stronger taste than jarred ones.
- white and black sesame seeds - toast them lightly for extra aroma and a bit of crunch.
- lime - pick a firm, juicy lime and roll it on the counter before juicing to get more out of it.
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♻️ Substitutions & Variations
- Different Protein: You can use chicken breast strips or even shrimp instead of pork. The cooking time will be similar.
- Change the Veggies: No stir-fry mix? Use a bell pepper, a carrot you've sliced thinly, and a handful of snap peas. It will be just as good.
- Make it Spicy: If you like a little heat, add a teaspoon of sriracha or a pinch of red pepper flakes when you add the teriyaki sauce.
- Noodle Swap: If you can't find fresh egg noodles, udon noodles are a great substitute. You can even use dried ramen noodles (just cook them according to the package first).
- Noodle Swap: If you can't find fresh egg noodles, udon noodles are a great substitute. You can even use dried ramen noodles (just cook them according to the package first). For another quick noodle dish, try my quick udon noodle stir-fry - it's super simple and perfect for busy weeknights.
👩🍳 How To Make Teriyaki Pork Stir-Fry
Since you're here for asian-inspired recipes, I think you'll love my tender slow cooked pork belly-it's one of my favorites. You can also check out my simple weeknight Asian dinner recipes and see what new dishes you might want to try!
Step 1: Heat oil in a pan, cook garlic and pork briefly, add a splash of water, simmer until reduced, and season lightly.
Step 2: Let the pork brown for a few minutes, then move it to a bowl.
Step 3: Add more oil to the pan. Toss in the vegetables and cook until tender but still crisp. Transfer to another bowl.
Step 4: Add the remaining oil and stir-fry the fresh noodles until they soften and loosen.
Step 5: Pour in the teriyaki sauce and some lime juice. Stir briefly, then add the pork and veggies back in and toss well.
Step 6: Turn off the heat, add the remaining lime juice and zest, then top with sesame seeds and spring onions.
*See the recipe card for detailed instructions.
💭Expert Tips
- Don't Crowd the Pan: Cooking the pork and veggies in batches is key. If you add everything at once, it will steam instead of frying and get soggy.
- Zest First, Juice Later: Always zest your lime before you cut and juice it. It's so much easier!
- The Water Trick is the key: Don't skip adding water to the pork. This little step guarantees tender, not tough, meat. I also use a similar trick in my 30-minute tomato chicken skillet.
- High Heat for the Win: Make sure your pan is nice and hot before you add each ingredient. You should hear a sizzle!
🥗 Serving Suggestions
This teriyaki pork stir-fry is a full meal in a bowl, so it doesn't need much. Sometimes I'll serve it with a simple side of steamed edamame or a quick cucumber salad. If I'm extra hungry, I'll top it with a soft-boiled egg for more protein - or add a small bowl of homemade miso soup next time.
❓Teriyaki Pork Stir-Fry FAQs
Pork tenderloin is my top choice because it's lean and tender. Just slice it into thin strips against the grain. Pork loin or even pork shoulder (thinly sliced) will also work well to make this teriyaki pork stir-fry.
The best way is a quick stir-fry, like this recipe! Cooking the pork quickly in strips keeps it tender and helps the teriyaki sauce stick to it perfectly. If you have time, slow cooker recipes, like a slow cooker teriyaki pork tenderloin, also work well for large cuts.
If you don't have a bottle, you can whisk together ½ cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger. Use that in place of the bottled sauce.
Use tamari or gluten-free noodles to make this teriyaki pork stir-fry gluten-free.
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📖 Recipe
Teriyaki Pork Stir-Fry with Lime and Fresh Egg Noodles
Equipment
- Large skillet or wok
- Microplane or fine grater
Ingredients
- 10.5 oz pork strips or sliced pork tenderloin 300 g
- 10.5 oz stir-fry vegetable mix (I used a mix of bean sprouts, carrots, peppers, cabbage, pea shoots, spring onion, and garlic) 300 g
- 9.7 oz fresh egg noodles 275 g
- ⅔ cup teriyaki sauce 150 ml
- 3 tablespoons (vegetable or avocado oil works well) 50 ml oil
- 3 cloves garlic crushed
- 2 teaspoons sesame seeds I used black and white
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 spring onions sliced for garnish
- 1 medium lime for juice and zest
Instructions
- Cook the Pork: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in your large pan or wok over medium heat. Add the crushed garlic and let it sizzle for 30 seconds until it smells amazing. Add the pork strips and stir-fry for 1 minute. Now, add ½ cup of hot water to the pan. This steam helps make the pork really tender. Let it cook for another 4 minutes, until the water has mostly evaporated - season with a pinch of salt and pepper.10.5 oz pork strips or sliced pork tenderloin, 3 tablespoons (vegetable or avocado oil works well), 3 cloves garlic, Salt and black pepper to taste
- Brown the Meat: Once the water is gone, let the pork brown lightly, about 3 minutes. This gives it great flavor. Take the pork out of the pan and put it in a bowl to rest.
- Stir-Fry the Veggies: In the same pan, add your stir-fry vegetables with 1 tablespoon oil. Cook them for 2-3 minutes until they are tender but still have a little crunch. You want them bright and happy! Scoop them out into another bowl.10.5 oz stir-fry vegetable mix (I used a mix of bean sprouts, carrots, peppers, cabbage, pea shoots, spring onion, and garlic)
- Cook the Noodles: Add the 1 tablespoon of oil to the pan. Add the fresh noodles and stir-fry them for 3 minutes, tossing so they don't stick.9.7 oz fresh egg noodles
- Bring It All Together: Pour the teriyaki sauce and the juice from half the lime over the noodles. Stir-fry for 1 more minute so the noodles drink up the sauce. Now, add the cooked pork and veggies back into the pan. Toss everything together until it's hot and perfectly combined.⅔ cup teriyaki sauce, 1 medium lime
- The Final Touch: Take the pan off the heat. This is important! Toss the finished stir-fry with the remaining lime juice and all of the lime zest. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced spring onions. Serve immediately!2 teaspoons sesame seeds, 2 spring onions
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Notes
- Cook the pork and vegetables in separate batches to avoid steaming and ensure a proper fry.
- Do not skip adding water to the pork, as this step is essential for making it tender.
- Ensure your pan is hot before adding each ingredient to get the best sear and flavor.
- Always zest your lime before you cut and juice it for much easier preparation.
- Have all ingredients prepped before you start, as the cooking process moves quickly.
- Feel free to use any quick-cooking vegetables you have on hand.
- Taste your teriyaki sauce before adding extra salt, as brands vary in saltiness.
- This recipe is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 days. Reheat gently in a pan or microwave.
- You can prep vegetables ahead of time to save even more time during the week.
- If you like a little heat, add sriracha or chili flakes when adding the teriyaki sauce.
- Fresh noodles work best, but if you only have dried noodles, cook them first and drain before stir-frying.
Carmen says
I'm obsessed with this recipe and can't wait to make it again! Perfect for weeknight dinner.
Nat says
This stir fry is so delicious and so easy to make! Such a yummy recipe.
Katrina says
This stir-fry with lime and fresh egg noodles is incredible! Such a delicious recipe.
Meg says
This was so much better than take out and all the flavors in it are just awesome. Will definitely make it more often now.
Elizabeth says
Delicious and flavorful! The homemade noodles were wonderful, too!
ella says
this pork stir fry is incredible! such a delicious recipe.
Amy says
I have a thing for teriyaki and I have to say that this stir fry absolutely satisfied my cravings! Better than take-out!
Liz says
I always forget about using pork for a stir fry, so when I saw your recipe, I knew I'd have to try it. The results were DELICIOUS and my family loved it, too!
Jena says
We love noodles at our home and this Teriaki pork egg noodles are just awesome. So easy to make gets done quickly and tastes great, will be making it more often!
Jackie says
This is going into the rotation! It's a great option for weeknights when we are in the mood for something Asian. We all enjoyed it.
Claudia Ciorteanu says
My family loved this!