Soba with Pork

Soba with Pork is a delightful Japanese dish that combines nutty buckwheat noodles with tender pork, offering a perfect balance of flavors and textures. This high-protein meal is not only satisfying but also quick to prepare, making it ideal for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• Soba noodles - 150 grams
• Pork tenderloin - 200 grams, thinly sliced
• Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Mirin - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Spring onions - 2, chopped
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Snow peas - 100 grams
• Water - 1 liter
• Toasted sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon (for garnish)

Steps

1. Bring 1 liter of water to a boil in a pot. Add the soba noodles and cook according to package instructions, usually about 4-5 minutes. Once cooked, drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. In a large skillet or wok, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add sliced pork tenderloin to the skillet, cooking until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in soy sauce and mirin, mixing well to coat the pork. Add julienned carrot and snow peas, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Add the cooked soba noodles to the skillet, tossing everything together to combine and heat through for about 2 minutes.
6. Serve hot, garnished with chopped spring onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 850 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in dietary fiber, aiding digestion and promoting satiety.

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