Carrageenan Free Pork and Cabbage Stir-Fry
Bright, savory, and packed with tender pork and crisp-tender vegetables, this stir-fry is the kind of weeknight dinner that feels like a treat without demanding much from you. Coconut aminos stand in for conventional soy sauce throughout — both in the marinade and the sauce — which means you sidestep one of the most common sources of hidden additives that can sneak into stir-fry dishes. Apple cider vinegar and fresh ginger give the sauce a lively, slightly tangy backbone, while arrowroot starch thickens everything into a glossy, clingy coating that hits every piece of pork and cabbage. Turmeric in the marinade adds a warm, earthy note and a gorgeous golden hue to the meat before it even hits the pan. The high-heat sear on the pork builds real caramelized flavor, and the vegetables — carrots, shredded cabbage, and scallions — stay vibrant and just slightly crisp rather than turning soggy. A finish of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime lifts the whole bowl and makes it feel restaurant-worthy. It's a clean, satisfying meal that comes together in one skillet with zero compromises on flavor.
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4 servings
For the pork
- 1 lb pork tenderloin, sliced ¼-inch thick against the grain
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp turmeric
- ¼ tsp salt
For the sauce
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp arrowroot starch
For the stir-fry
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, thinly sliced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into thin matchsticks
- 4 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded
- 4 scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces (green parts only)
- ½ tsp salt, or to taste
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, combine the pork slices with 1 tbsp coconut aminos, ground ginger, turmeric, and 1/4 tsp salt. Toss to coat evenly and set aside while you prepare the remaining ingredients.
- 2
In the same small bowl (or a separate one), whisk together the 3 tbsp coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, grated fresh ginger, and arrowroot starch until the starch is fully dissolved with no lumps. Set the sauce aside.
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