Thai Noodles with Ginger Pork

Thai cuisine is renowned for its vibrant flavors, aromatic spices, and delightful balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy elements. Among the many beloved dishes, Thai noodles with ginger pork stand out for their harmonious blend of fresh ingredients and robust flavors. This dish, rich in textures and colors, brings the essence of Thailand to your plate, offering a satisfying and exotic culinary experience.

The beauty of Thai noodles with ginger pork lies in its simplicity and the use of fresh, high-quality ingredients. Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll need:

• Pork: Tender slices of pork are the star of this dish, providing a savory and hearty foundation.
• Ginger: Fresh ginger adds a zingy and warming undertone, complementing the pork perfectly.
• Mange Tout: These crisp and sweet snow peas offer a fresh crunch and a vibrant green hue.
• Carrot: Thinly sliced carrots contribute a subtle sweetness and a pleasant crunch.
• Spring Onions: Also known as scallions, these bring a mild onion flavor and a pop of green.
• Red Bell Pepper: This ingredient adds a sweet, fruity note and a splash of vivid red.
• Thai Curry Paste: A quintessential element in Thai cuisine, the curry paste infuses the dish with complex flavors and a hint of heat.
• Garlic: Fresh garlic enhances the savory depth of the dish.
• Coconut Milk: Creamy and slightly sweet, coconut milk creates a rich and luscious sauce that ties all the flavors together.
• Noodles: Typically, rice noodles or egg noodles serve as the base, absorbing the delicious sauce and providing a satisfying chew.

Serve the Thai noodles with ginger pork hot, garnished with fresh coriander leaves and a wedge of lime. For an extra kick, offer a side of chopped chili or a drizzle of sriracha sauce. This dish pairs wonderfully with a light Thai salad or some crispy spring rolls.

Thai noodles with ginger pork is a dish that captures the essence of Thai cooking in every bite. The combination of tender pork, aromatic ginger, crunchy vegetables, and creamy coconut milk sauce over noodles creates a meal that is both comforting and exotic. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this recipe brings the vibrant flavors of Thailand to your kitchen, promising a delightful culinary journey with every mouthful.

Thai Noodles with Ginger Pork

Thai noodles with ginger pork is a flavourful dish featuring tender pork, fresh vegetables, and aromatic ginger cooked in a creamy coconut milk sauce, served over noodles. This delightful blend of textures and vibrant flavours captures the essence of Thai cuisine.

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Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: Thai

Keyword: Noodles, Pork, Stir Fry, Vegetables

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes minutes

Servings: 2 People

Calories: 546kcal

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Ingredients

 

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• 1 tsp oil
• 100 g pork fillet sliced
• 2.5 cm ginger peeled and grated
• 1 bunch spring onions sliced
• 100 g mange tout halved
• 1 medium red pepper sliced
• 1 small carrot thinly sliced
• 1 clove garlic crushed
• 2 tbsp Thai green curry paste
• 150 g rice noodles dry weight
• 150 ml coconut milk reduced-fat

Instructions

• Heat the oil in a non-stick frying pan or wok.
  1 tsp oil
• Add the pork and ginger and fry for 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  100 g pork fillet, 2.5 cm ginger
• Add the spring onions, mangetout, pepper, carrot and garlic and curry paste and fry for 2 minutes.
  1 bunch spring onions, 100 g mange tout, 1 medium red pepper, 1 small carrot, 1 clove garlic, 2 tbsp Thai green curry paste
• Meanwhile, cook the noodles according to the pack instructions. Drain.
  150 g rice noodles
• Add the noodles to the frying pan or wok along with the coconut milk, bring to the boil to heat through.
  150 ml coconut milk
• Remove from heat and serve.

Notes

Recipe tips:
This recipe works well with thinly sliced chicken breast, turkey or beef.
For a veggie version, use cubed tofu plus 1 tbsp chopped, unsalted peanuts. The dish will not then be nut-free.

Nutrition

Calories: 546kcal | Carbohydrates: 76g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 196mg | Potassium: 726mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 6704IU | Vitamin C: 111mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 5mg