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Spicy Pork and Cabbage Noodles Recipe

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Spicy Pork and Cabbage Noodles combine tender ground pork, crunchy cabbage, and quick-cooking ramen noodles in a flavorful, spicy sauce made with doubanjiang and tamari. This easy stir-fry is perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness from mirin and brown sugar, finished with nutty sesame oil and garnished with fresh green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Ideal for a quick, satisfying weeknight meal packed with vibrant flavors and textures.

Ingredients

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Noodles

  • 4 ounces dry ramen noodles

Protein and Vegetables

  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 4 ounces ground pork
  • 1 small yellow onion, sliced
  • ½ small green cabbage or Napa cabbage, chopped
  • 3 large cloves garlic, minced

Sauce

  • ¼ cup tamari or soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons doubanjiang (spicy fermented bean paste)
  • 1 ½ tablespoons mirin
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

Garnish

  • Chopped green onion
  • Toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Cook the Noodles: Boil the ramen noodles according to the package directions until tender, then drain well and set aside to prevent sticking.
  2. Heat the Oil and Cook Pork: Heat canola oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add ground pork and break it up with a spatula, cooking for 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  3. Add Vegetables: Add the sliced onion and chopped cabbage to the skillet with the pork. Stir frequently and cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables soften but retain some crunch.
  4. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together tamari, doubanjiang, mirin, brown sugar, and sesame oil until smooth and well combined.
  5. Add Garlic and Sauce: Stir the minced garlic into the pork and vegetable mixture and cook for an additional minute to release flavor. Pour the prepared sauce over the skillet contents, stirring to coat evenly.
  6. Toss in Noodles: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and gently toss everything together, ensuring the noodles are fully coated with the sauce and combined with the pork and vegetables.
  7. Serve and Garnish: Plate the Spicy Pork and Cabbage Noodles while hot. Garnish generously with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds for added freshness and crunch.

Notes

  • Use Napa cabbage for a milder, sweeter cabbage flavor and softer texture.
  • Adjust the amount of doubanjiang to control spice level according to your preference.
  • Mirin can be substituted with a mixture of rice vinegar and a small amount of sugar if unavailable.
  • Use tamari for a gluten-free option or regular soy sauce for a more traditional flavor.
  • Cook noodles just until al dente to avoid mushy texture when stir-fried.
  • For extra protein, you can add an egg fried on the side or incorporate tofu as a substitute for pork.

Keywords: spicy pork noodles, cabbage noodles, ramen stir fry, Asian stir fry, quick dinner, doubanjiang recipe, pork and cabbage stir fry

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