Braised Pork Noodles

Braised Pork Noodles is a savory and hearty dish featuring tender pork shoulder cooked to perfection in a rich sauce, served over a bed of chewy noodles. This dish combines the flavors of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic for a comforting meal that satisfies both hunger and taste.

Ingredients

• Pork shoulder - 300 grams
• Egg noodles - 200 grams
• Soy sauce - 50 ml
• Oyster sauce - 30 ml
• Sesame oil - 10 ml
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
• Spring onions - 2, chopped
• Chicken broth - 200 ml
• Brown sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Cut the pork shoulder into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
2. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat and add the minced garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant.
3. Add the pork pieces to the pot and brown them on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
5. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cover. Let it braise for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. While the pork is braising, cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
7. Once the pork is tender, taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Stir in the chopped spring onions and red chili flakes.
8. Serve the braised pork over the cooked egg noodles, garnishing with additional spring onions if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 650
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Contains ginger and garlic, which have anti-inflammatory properties.

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