Spicy Pork Bowls with Greens

Spicy Pork Bowls with Greens
Spicy Pork Bowls with Greens
Pork tenderloin is inexpensive and widely available. Giving it a bulgogi-influenced makeover makes it flavorful, fast-cooking, and weeknight-friendly.
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  • Served Person: 4 servings
Bon Appétit Dinner Asian Pork Pork Tenderloin Carrot Collard Greens Ginger Soy Sauce Sesame Oil Chile Pepper Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Tree Nut Free
  • kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp. light brown sugar
  • 1 garlic clove, finely grated
  • 1 (1") piece ginger, peeled, finely grated
  • 1 (1 1/4-lb.) pork tenderloin
  • 3 tbsp. sambal oelek
  • 3 tbsp. soy sauce, divided
  • 2 1/4 tsp. toasted sesame oil, divided
  • 3 tbsp. vegetable oil, divided
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled, sliced
  • 1 bunch collard greens or tuscan kale, ribs and stems removed, leaves sliced
  • 1 tbsp. seasoned rice vinegar
  • steamed white rice, thinly sliced scallions, and gochujang (korean hot pepper paste; for serving)
  • Carbohydrate 16 g(5%)
  • Cholesterol 88 mg(29%)
  • Fat 19 g(28%)
  • Fiber 3 g(13%)
  • Protein 32 g(63%)
  • Saturated Fat 3 g(14%)
  • Sodium 898 mg(37%)
  • Calories 354

Preparation Freeze tenderloin until firm around the edges, 30–45 minutes, if time permits. Combine sambal oelek, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, 2 Tbsp. soy sauce, and 2 tsp. sesame oil in a resealable plastic bag. Thinly slice pork with a long, sharp knife. Add to marinade, seal bag, and knead to coat. Let sit at least 10 minutes and up to 2 hours. Heat 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Add half of pork in a single layer; season lightly with salt. Cook, undisturbed, until browned underneath, about 1 minute. Toss pork, then continue to cook, tossing, until cooked through, about 1 minute more. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with another 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil and remaining pork. Wipe out skillet. Heat remaining 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil in skillet over medium-high. Add carrots in a single layer and cook, undisturbed, until starting to soften and brown underneath, about 2 minutes. Add collard greens and toss to wilt. Cook, tossing occasionally, until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Combine vinegar and remaining 1 Tbsp. soy sauce and 1/4 tsp. sesame oil in a small bowl. Divide rice among bowls; arrange vegetables and pork over. Drizzle with dressing and top with scallions. Serve gochujang alongside. Ingredient InfoGochujang, a mixture of miso and hot chiles, is available at Korean markets and online.

Preparation Freeze tenderloin until firm around the edges, 30–45 minutes, if time permits. Combine sambal oelek, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, 2 Tbsp. soy sauce, and 2 tsp. sesame oil in a resealable plastic bag. Thinly slice pork with a long, sharp knife. Add to marinade, seal bag, and knead to coat. Let sit at least 10 minutes and up to 2 hours. Heat 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Add half of pork in a single layer; season lightly with salt. Cook, undisturbed, until browned underneath, about 1 minute. Toss pork, then continue to cook, tossing, until cooked through, about 1 minute more. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with another 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil and remaining pork. Wipe out skillet. Heat remaining 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil in skillet over medium-high. Add carrots in a single layer and cook, undisturbed, until starting to soften and brown underneath, about 2 minutes. Add collard greens and toss to wilt. Cook, tossing occasionally, until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Combine vinegar and remaining 1 Tbsp. soy sauce and 1/4 tsp. sesame oil in a small bowl. Divide rice among bowls; arrange vegetables and pork over. Drizzle with dressing and top with scallions. Serve gochujang alongside. Ingredient InfoGochujang, a mixture of miso and hot chiles, is available at Korean markets and online.