Nam Prik Ong Noodles

Nam Prik Ong Noodles is a high-protein Thai pasta dish that combines the rich flavors of spicy pork chili dip with al dente noodles, making it a satisfying and nutritious meal. This dish is both comforting and invigorating, perfect for those craving a taste of Thailand at home.

Ingredients

• Thai rice noodles - 200 grams
• Ground pork - 150 grams
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Shallots - 2, finely chopped
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Red chili - 1, finely chopped
• Fish sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Green onions - 2, sliced
• Peanut butter - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Soak the rice noodles in warm water for about 20 minutes or until they are al dente, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the shallots and garlic, sautéing until fragrant and translucent.
3. Add the ground pork to the skillet and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spatula.
4. Stir in the diced tomato, red chili, fish sauce, sugar, and peanut butter. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the tomatoes have softened and the mixture is well combined.
5. Add the soaked noodles to the skillet, tossing them gently with the pork mixture until everything is heated through and the noodles are well coated.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the lime juice, chopped cilantro, and sliced green onions.
7. Serve hot, garnished with extra cilantro and lime wedges if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which aids in muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables and herbs.

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