Looking for a quick and delicious dinner idea? Look no further than pork and peanut dragon noodles! This dish is packed with flavor and is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
To make this dish, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 1 pound pork tenderloin, sliced into thin strips
- 8 ounces Chinese egg noodles
- 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
To start, cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Next, in a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and sesame oil until smooth. Set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over high heat. Add the pork strips and cook for about 3-4 minutes, until browned on all sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the sliced bell pepper and onion. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, until slightly softened. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for another minute.
Add the cooked noodles and pork back into the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the peanut sauce over everything and toss to coat.
Cook everything together for another 2-3 minutes, until everything is heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
Serve the pork and peanut dragon noodles hot, garnished with chopped peanuts and green onions.
This dish is a delicious and easy way to incorporate protein-packed pork and healthy peanuts into your diet. The combination of savory pork, crunchy peanuts, and slightly sweet and tangy peanut sauce make for a perfectly balanced meal.
Plus, it’s a great way to switch up your usual weeknight dinner routine. The flavors and textures in this dish are sure to impress, and it’s so quick and easy to make that it’s perfect for busy weeknights.
So if you’re looking for a new and exciting dinner idea, try making pork and peanut dragon noodles. You won’t be disappointed!
