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Spicy Peanut Pork Noodles

Quick-cooking noodles tossed with savory ground pork and a creamy, spicy peanut sauce create a weeknight flavor explosion.

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Servings
4
Level
Weeknight
Spicy Peanut Pork Noodles

When a craving for something satisfying and packed with flavor hits, but time is short, this Spicy Peanut Pork Noodles recipe is your answer! It's a ridiculously quick dish that brings together tender ground pork, bouncy noodles, and a rich, creamy, and perfectly spiced peanut sauce. Forget takeout; this easy skillet meal will be on your table in no time!

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 8 oz linguine or spaghetti, cooked according to package directions

Spicy Peanut Sauce

  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce (adjust to taste)
  • ½ cup warm water (or more, to thin)

For Garnish (Optional)

  • Chopped green onions
  • Crushed peanuts
  • Sesame seeds

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Cook the linguine or spaghetti according to package directions. Drain, rinse lightly with cold water to prevent sticking, and set aside.

  2. Step 2

    While the pasta cooks, prepare the sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey (or brown sugar), sriracha (or chili garlic sauce), and warm water. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Add more water, a tablespoon at a time, if you prefer a thinner sauce. Set aside.

  3. Step 3

    Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

  4. Step 4

    Add the chopped onion to the skillet with the pork and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for another minute until fragrant.

  5. Step 5

    Add the cooked and drained noodles to the skillet with the pork mixture. Pour the spicy peanut sauce over everything. Toss vigorously to coat the noodles and pork evenly with the sauce.

  6. Step 6

    Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to heat through and allow the flavors to meld. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash more warm water or broth.

  7. Step 7

    Serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions, crushed peanuts, and sesame seeds if desired. Get ready for a flavor-packed meal!

Tips

  • Adjust the amount of sriracha to your preferred level of spice.
  • Any long pasta will work here, or even ramen noodles (without the seasoning packet).
  • If you don't have ground pork, ground chicken or turkey can be used as a substitute.

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