Crispy Pork Dragon Noodles with Broccolini

Crispy Pork Dragon Noodles is a spicy noodle dish consisting of crispy ground pork, roasted broccolini and toasted cashews in a super simple, sweet and fiery chili-garlic sauce. Yields 2 to 4 servings depending on desired portion size.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Chinese

Keyword dinner, easy recipe, noodle, pork, stir fry

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 15

Total Time 35

Servings servings

Calories 1115

Author Laurie McNamara

Equipment

HexClad 14" Wok with Lid

Ingredients

FOR THE SAUCE:

1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce or low-sodium tamari if gluten free
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
2 tablespoons sambal oelek more or less to your spice preference
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil

FOR THE BROCCOLINI:

2 bunches broccolini thick end trimmed and discarded (or composted)
avocado oil spray
garlic powder to taste
2 pinches kosher salt or to taste

FOR THE DRAGON NOODLE RECIPE:

2 teaspoons avocado oil
1/2 pound ground pork
1/3 cup cashews measured first then chopped
7 ounces instant ramen noodles discarding the sauce/seasoning packet
4 green onions sliced

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Instructions

MAKE THE SAUCE:

Bring a pot of water to boil and preheat your oven to 400℉ or 200℃.
In a bowl or liquid measuring cup, measure and add the low-sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger and garlic, sambal oelek (more or less to taste) and toasted sesame oil. Whisk well to combine.

MAKE THE BROCCOLINI:

Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and spray with avocado oil spray. Arrange the trimmed broccolini on the prepared pan. Spray with avocado oil and season with kosher salt and garlic powder. I eyeball the seasonings.
Roast on the middle rack of your preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until tender.
NOTE: If using broccoli florets, it may take a little longer depending on their size.

MAKE THE DRAGON NOODLE RECIPE:

Meanwhile heat avocado oil in a large 12 to 14-inch wok or chefs pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add in the ground pork. Use a wooden spoon to break up the pork, and cook about 8 to 10 minutes or until fully cooked and is crispy and browned in spots.
Once cooked, add in the chopped cashews and toss, toasting the cashews for about 2 minutes or until fragrant.
Drop the ramen noodles into the boiling water – follow the package directions for cooking times. Usually its 2 to 3 minutes. Then pour the sauce into the pan with the pork and cashews. Stir until slightly thickened.
Drain and add in the noodles along with the roasted broccolini. to. the pork. and cashew mixture. Toss well to combine.
Divide among bowls and sprinkle with sliced green onion.

Notes

Nutrition Disclaimer: All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on SimplyScratch.com should only be used as a general guideline.

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