This easy ground pork stir fry with coleslaw mix is a fast, flavor-packed weeknight dinner made in one pan in about 30 minutes. The savory-sweet sauce, quick-cooking vegetables, and budget-friendly ground pork make this an easy takeout-inspired dinner you’ll make on repeat.
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When dinner needs to happen fast, this easy Ground Pork Stir Fry gets the job done. Made with budget-friendly ground pork, a bag of coleslaw mix, and a quick savory-sweet sauce, it’s a simple one-pan dinner that tastes way better than takeout.
No extra chopping, no complicated steps, and ready in about 30 minutes—exactly the kind of weeknight recipe you’ll keep coming back to.
Why This Ground Pork Stir Fry Belong On Your Rotation
- Ready in about 30 minutes: Faster than takeout and made in one skillet.
- Coleslaw mix keeps it easy: Instant veggies and crunch with almost zero prep work.
- Ground pork is budget-friendly: It cooks quickly, soaks up the sauce beautifully, and feeds a crowd without spending a fortune.
- Big takeout-style flavor: The salty-sweet stir fry sauce makes this simple dinner taste extra satisfying.
- Easy to customize: Add extra veggies, spice, rice, or noodles depending on what you have on hand.
What You'll Need & Why
- Ground Pork: The ultimate weeknight hero. It browns fast, creates those crispy golden bits, and soaks up every drop of the savory-sweet sauce.
- Coleslaw Mix: It provides instant veggies and a perfect crunch with zero prep work. Pro tip: Use broccoli slaw if you want extra snap.
- Onion, Garlic & Ginger: These build that rich, takeout-style depth in just a few minutes of sautéing.
- Tamari, Sweet Chili Sauce & Sesame Oil: These pantry staples create a balanced salty, sweet, and toasty sauce with almost no effort.
- Mushrooms: They add a meaty, umami bite that makes the dish feel substantial.
- Dry-Roasted Peanuts: They add the salt and texture that takes this stir fry from "good" to "wowza" Don’t skip these!
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Swaps & Variations
This ground pork stir fry is easy to adjust with whatever vegetables or protein you already have on hand.
- Swap the veggies: Coleslaw mix keeps this stir fry extra fast, but broccoli, bok choy, green beans, bell peppers, or snap peas all work well too.
- Try a different protein: Ground chicken, turkey, or beef can easily replace the ground pork in this stir fry recipe.
- Make it spicy: Add sriracha, chili crisp, red pepper flakes, or sliced jalapeños for extra heat.
- Adjust the sauce: Add a drizzle of honey for a sweeter sauce or a splash of oyster sauce for even more savory flavor.
- Serve it differently: Spoon this ground pork stir fry over rice, noodles, or lettuce wraps depending on what sounds good that night.
Tips For The Best Ground Pork Stir Fry
A few simple tips help this ground pork stir fry come together fast and flavorful every time.
- Brown the pork first: Let the pork cook undisturbed for a few minutes before breaking it apart for better flavor and texture.
- Don’t overcook the cabbage: Coleslaw mix should soften slightly while still keeping a little crunch.
- Prep the sauce ahead: Stir the sauce together before you start cooking so everything moves quickly once the skillet gets hot.
- Add extra sauce if needed: Serving this over rice or noodles? Double the sauce so everything stays coated and flavorful.
Ground Pork Stir Fry Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 lb ground pork
- 3 tablespoon sweet chili sauce
- ¼ cup tamari or soy sauce
- 2 tablespoon sesame oil
- 8 oz mushrooms thinly sliced
- 4-5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 med yellow onion thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
- 16 oz bag coleslaw mix
- kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
- cooked rice or noodles of choice
- dry roasted peanuts, green onions, sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Add the ground pork to a skillet with avocado oil on medium-high heat. Allow it to cook for a few minutes, undisturbed, to create caramelized, golden bits. This will help build flavor with few ingredients.
- Add the tamari, sweet chili sauce, and sesame oil. Break up the pork and continue cooking until the pork is almost cooked through.
- Add the mushrooms, onions, garlic, ginger, and coleslaw mix and continue to cook until the veggies are just tender. Season with kosher salt and fresh ground pepper as desired.
- Serve over cooked rice or noodles. Garnish with chopped peanuts, sliced green onions, and sesame seeds. Enjoy!
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Make It A Full Family Meal
Here is how I turn it into a full weeknight dinner that my family requests on the regular.
- The Classic Base: Serve it over fluffy white rice or quick-cooking ramen noodles. For a lower-carb win, it’s incredible tucked into crunchy lettuce cups.
- The Soup & Salad Start: Start the meal with a warm bowl of my 15-Minute Egg Drop Soup. It’s the ultimate "comfort food" pairing that keeps the prep time under 30 minutes.
- The Green Side: Add some green to the plate with my Roasted Bok Choy. The charred, salty edges are the perfect contrast to the sweet chili pork.
- The Extra Crunch: Serve these with a side of Frozen Potstickers in the air fryer and the irresistable dipping sauces.
- The Noodle Upgrade: If you want to bulk this up, toss the pork mixture directly into a bowl of my Peanut Noodles. The creamy peanut sauce and the savory pork are a match made in heaven.
Storage & Reheating
- Store it: Leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. The flavors actually get even better as they hang out together.
- Reheat it: Pop it in the microwave in short bursts until warmed through. And unless you’re looking to redecorate the inside of your microwave, cover it with a damp paper towel. (Ask me how I know.)
- Freeze it? Hard pass. Cabbage does not survive freeze-thaw — it turns soft, soggy, and a little woof. Stick to refrigerating this one.
I Asked, You Answered
Can I use bagged coleslaw mix for stir fry?
Yes. Coleslaw mix is one of the easiest shortcuts for ground pork stir fry because the cabbage and carrots cook quickly and soak up the sauce beautifully.
How do I thicken the stir fry sauce?
If you want a thicker sauce, stir together a little cornstarch and cold water, then add it to the skillet during the last minute or two of cooking.
Why is my stir fry watery?
This usually happens when the pan isn’t hot enough or the vegetables release too much moisture. Let the pork brown well and avoid overcrowding the skillet.
Can I meal prep this recipe?
Absolutely. This ground pork stir fry reheats well and makes great leftovers for lunches throughout the week.
Who's Stirring the Pot?!
Hi, I’m Ruth—the recipe developer and comfort-food enthusiast behind Rufus For Real. I believe dinner should be the best part of your day, not the most stressful one. That’s why I focus on "no-drama" meals that are simple, satisfying, and impossible to mess up in a real-life kitchen.
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If you love approachable recipes with a whole lot of personality, pull up a chair—there’s always room at this table.
Happy Cooking!
-Ruth aka Rufus
Allison T says
SO quick and easy and yummy! Adding this to my weekly rotation!
Rufus says
Thank you so much, Allison! So glad you liked it!
Shelly P says
Simple ingredients but very flavorful and easy to prepare!
Rufus says
Thanks so much, Shelly! Glad you liked it!