Spicy Pork Noodles

Spicy Pork Noodles is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender pork with a kick of spice, tossed in chewy noodles and fresh vegetables. This Halal Korean-inspired recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that doesn't compromise on taste.

Spicy Pork Noodles
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Korean
550 kcal

Ingredients

  • Pork tenderloin - 200 grams, thinly sliced
  • Spaghetti or udon noodles - 150 grams
  • Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
  • Gochujang (Korean red chili paste) - 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
  • Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
  • Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
  • Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
  • Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
  • Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon, for garnish

Steps

  1. Cook the noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, gochujang, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create a marinade.
  3. Add the sliced pork to the marinade and let it sit for about 10 minutes.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
  5. Add the marinated pork to the pan and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until fully cooked.
  6. Add the bell pepper and carrot to the pan, stir-frying for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  7. Add the cooked noodles to the pan, tossing everything together to coat the noodles in the sauce.
  8. Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 550
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 65 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle health and recovery.
  • Contains vegetables that provide essential vitamins and minerals.

Tags

KoreanHalalPasta Dish