Quick Spicy Pork Brussels Sprouts Bowls for Dinner

Craving a quick, flavor-packed dinner? These Quick Spicy Pork Brussels Sprouts Bowls are your answer! After making this recipe dozens of times, I’ve perfected the technique to ensure crispy pork and tender sprouts every time. The secret? High heat and a simple spice mix. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Buffalo Chicken Salad Recipe Ready in 10 Minutes and Fresh Mango Slaw Recipe with Lime and Honey Dressing.

What You'll Need for Quick Spicy Pork Brussels Sprouts Bowls for Dinner

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb ground pork
• 1 lb Brussels sprouts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sriracha (or to taste)
• 1 tbsp honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Red pepper flakes (optional)
• Optional: Green onions, chopped
• Optional: Sesame seeds
• Optional: Lime wedges

How to Make Quick Spicy Pork Brussels Sprouts Bowls for Dinner

1. Prepare the pork: In a bowl, combine ground pork, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
2. Cook the pork: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork mixture and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove pork from skillet and set aside.
3. Cook the Brussels sprouts: In the same skillet, add halved Brussels sprouts. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sriracha, honey, garlic, and ginger. Pour sauce into skillet with Brussels sprouts. Stir to coat sprouts evenly. Add pork back to skillet and toss to combine.
5. Serve: Divide pork and Brussels sprouts mixture among bowls. Top with green onions, sesame seeds, and lime wedges, if desired.

Storing & Reheating Quick Spicy Pork Brussels Sprouts Bowls for Dinner

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the pork mixture and trim Brussels sprouts up to 1 day ahead.

Freezing Quick Spicy Pork Brussels Sprouts Bowls for Dinner

Freeze cooked pork and Brussels sprouts separately for up to 2 months.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a faster cooking time, use a mandoline to thinly slice the Brussels sprouts.
• Best substitution: Replace ground pork with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
• Make-ahead: Cook the pork and Brussels sprouts separately, then reheat and combine before serving.
• Scaling: Easily double or triple the recipe for a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thick, thin it out with a splash of water or chicken broth.

Quick Spicy Pork Brussels Sprouts Bowls for Dinner

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Prep

10 min

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Cook

15 min

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Total

25 min

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb ground pork
• 1 lb Brussels sprouts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sriracha (or to taste)
• 1 tbsp honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp grated ginger

Seasonings

• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Red pepper flakes (optional)

Optional Toppings

• Green onions, chopped
• Sesame seeds
• Lime wedges

Instructions

1. Prepare the pork: In a bowl, combine ground pork, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
2. Cook the pork: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork mixture and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove pork from skillet and set aside.
3. Cook the Brussels sprouts: In the same skillet, add halved Brussels sprouts. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sriracha, honey, garlic, and ginger. Pour sauce into skillet with Brussels sprouts. Stir to coat sprouts evenly. Add pork back to skillet and toss to combine.
5. Serve: Divide pork and Brussels sprouts mixture among bowls. Top with green onions, sesame seeds, and lime wedges, if desired.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a faster cooking time, use a mandoline to thinly slice the Brussels sprouts.
• Best substitution: Replace ground pork with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
• Make-ahead: Cook the pork and Brussels sprouts separately, then reheat and combine before serving.
• Scaling: Easily double or triple the recipe for a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thick, thin it out with a splash of water or chicken broth.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze cooked pork and Brussels sprouts separately for up to 2 months.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
• Make ahead: Prepare the pork mixture and trim Brussels sprouts up to 1 day ahead.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 32g
• Fat: 30g
• Carbs: 18g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 7g
• Sodium: 800mg
• Cholesterol: 100mg
• Sat. Fat: 11g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Quick Spicy Pork Brussels Sprouts Bowls for Dinner and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!