Spicy Slippery Noodles Recipe

Name: Spicy Slippery Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ounces uncooked cellophane noodles (bean threads); 2 cups boiling water; 4 green onions; 1/2 pound lean ground pork; 4 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce, divided; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger; 1 teaspoon chile paste; 10 garlic cloves, minced; 1 1/2 cups thinly sliced leek; 1/2 cup finely shredded carrot; 3 1/2 tablespoons mirin (sweet rice wine), divided; 1 1/2 cups low-salt chicken broth; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil

Servings: persons

4 ounces uncooked cellophane noodles (bean threads)
2 cups boiling water
4 green onions
1/2 pound lean ground pork
4 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce, divided
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger
1 teaspoon chile paste
10 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 cups thinly sliced leek
1/2 cup finely shredded carrot
3 1/2 tablespoons mirin (sweet rice wine), divided
1 1/2 cups low-salt chicken broth
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dark sesame oil

1
Combine noodles and boiling water in a bowl; let stand 5 minutes or until soft. Drain; set aside.
2
Remove tops from green onions; chop to measure 1 tablespoon. Set aside. Mince white part of green onions to measure 3 tablespoons; set aside.
3
Combine pork and 1 tablespoon soy sauce in a bowl; stir well. Cook pork mixture in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat until browned, stirring to crumble. Drain in a colander. Wipe skillet clean with a paper towel.
4
Heat vegetable oil in skillet over high heat. Add 3 tablespoons minced green onions, ginger, chile paste, and garlic, and stir-fry 1 minute. Add leek, carrot, and 2 tablespoons mirin; stir-fry 2 minutes. Add 3 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 1/2 tablespoons mirin, chicken broth, sugar, and sesame oil; bring to a boil. Return pork to skillet. Add noodles; cook 4 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Spoon noodle mixture onto serving platter; sprinkle with 1 tablespoon chopped green onion tops.

1930

kcal

Calories

139

Fat

119

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 ounces uncooked cellophane noodles (bean threads), 2 cups boiling water, 4 green onions, 1/2 pound lean ground pork, and more.

Yes, Spicy Slippery Noodles falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Spicy Slippery Noodles

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