Emulsifier Free Pork and Cabbage Stir-Fry
This sizzling skillet dish is everything a weeknight dinner should be — fast, colorful, and packed with bold, savory flavor. Tender slices of pork tenderloin get a quick marinade of coconut aminos, turmeric, and ground ginger before hitting a screaming-hot pan, building that irresistible caramelized crust. The vegetables follow in waves — garlic, ginger, sweet carrot matchsticks, and shredded cabbage — each one coaxing out a little more depth and fragrance as the heat does its work. A clean, punchy sauce made from coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, fresh ginger, and arrowroot starch pulls everything together into a glossy, lightly thickened coating that clings to every bite. For anyone navigating emulsifier-free eating, this recipe is a genuine win — every single ingredient is whole and straightforward, with no processed condiments or bottled sauces that typically sneak in lecithin, polysorbates, or other additives. A handful of scallions stirred in at the end adds a fresh pop, and a squeeze of lime over the top right before serving brightens the whole bowl beautifully.
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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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