Name: Spicy Pork Bowls with Greens and Carrots
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1¼-lb. pork tenderloin; 3 Tbsp. hot chili paste (such as sambal oelek); 2 Tbsp. light brown sugar; 1 1" piece ginger, peeled, finely grated; 1 garlic clove, finely grated; 3 Tbsp. soy sauce, divided; 2¼ tsp. toasted sesame oil, divided; 3 Tbsp. vegetable oil, divided; Kosher salt; 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 for serving

A spicy pork tenderloin bowl with sliced carrots and greens over white rice.

Photo by Alex Lau, food styling by Chris Morocco, prop styling by Emily Eisen

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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