Savory Asian Pork & Vermicelli Stir-Fry
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Savory Asian Pork & Vermicelli Stir-Fry, featuring tender strips of pork marinated in a rich hoisin sauce blend. The dish is enhanced with fresh vegetables like spinach, crunchy water chestnuts, and crisp carrots. Served over soft vermicelli, this stir-fry is a perfect weeknight meal that comes together in just a matter of minutes. Whether you choose vermicelli or rice noodles, this dish is both a feast for the eyes and the palate. Don't forget, for easier slicing, partially freeze the pork beforehand for perfectly thin strips!
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Servings
390
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
vermicelli
8 ounces (uncooked)
boneless center cut pork chop
1 lb (cut into thin strips)
hoisin sauce
1/3 cup
fresh minced garlic
2 tablespoons
crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon (or adjust to suit heat level)
low sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons
rice vinegar
1 tablespoon ((do not use rice wine vinegar))
sesame oil
1 1/2 teaspoons
fresh minced ginger
1 teaspoon
fresh spinach leaves
1 (10 ounce) package
water chestnuts
1 (8 ounce) can (rinsed and drained)
carrot
1 (peeled and cut into matchsticks (about 2 cups))
green onions
3-4 (chopped)
Instructions
1
Start by cooking the vermicelli or thin spaghetti in a large pot of boiling water until just tender, following package instructions. Drain well and transfer to a bowl to cool slightly.
2
Slice the boneless pork chop into thin strips and place them in a medium-sized bowl.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the hoisin sauce, minced garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and minced ginger. Pour half of this marinade over the pork strips, ensuring they are thoroughly coated. Let them marinate for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
4
Heat 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil in a wok or a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated pork and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until it's cooked through and no longer pink. Remove the pork from the pan and set it aside in a bowl.
5
In the same wok or skillet, heat an additional tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add fresh spinach, water chestnuts, carrot sticks, and chopped green onions. Stir-fry these ingredients for about 3 minutes or until the spinach is wilted and the vegetables are tender yet crisp.
6
Return the cooked pork to the pan along with the drained vermicelli. Drizzle the remaining half of the hoisin sauce mixture over the combination, and toss everything together to ensure even distribution of the sauce. Cook, stirring constantly, for an additional 2 minutes until everything is heated through.
7
Serve immediately, garnished with extra green onions if desired.
Nutrition Information
10g
Fat
57.5g
Carbs
17g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Savory Asian Pork & Vermicelli Stir-Fry?
It is a vibrant stir-fry dish featuring tender strips of pork marinated in a rich hoisin sauce blend, combined with spinach, water chestnuts, and carrots served over soft vermicelli.
How many calories are in a serving of this dish?
There are 390 calories in a serving of this recipe.
What is the best way to slice the pork into thin strips?
For easier slicing and perfectly thin strips, partially freeze the pork chop before cutting.
How long should the pork marinate?
The pork should marinate in half of the hoisin sauce mixture for about 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Can I use a different type of noodle?
Yes, you can use rice noodles or thin spaghetti if vermicelli is not available.
What vegetables are included in this stir-fry?
This recipe includes fresh spinach leaves, water chestnuts, carrot matchsticks, and green onions.
How much protein does this recipe provide?
This dish contains 17g of protein per serving.
What is the fat content of this meal?
The dish contains 10g of fat per serving.
What ingredients are in the hoisin sauce marinade?
The marinade consists of hoisin sauce, minced garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and minced ginger.
Can I use rice wine vinegar instead of rice vinegar?
The recipe specifically advises to use rice vinegar and not rice wine vinegar for the best flavor.
How much hoisin sauce is needed?
You will need 1/3 cup of hoisin sauce.
How do I prepare the carrots for this recipe?
The carrots should be peeled and cut into matchsticks, yielding about 2 cups.
How many garlic cloves should I use?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of fresh minced garlic.
How do I cook the vermicelli?
Cook the vermicelli in a large pot of boiling water until just tender according to package instructions, then drain well.
What type of pork chop is recommended?
Use 1 lb of boneless center cut pork chops.
How long does it take to cook the pork?
Stir-fry the marinated pork for 2-3 minutes until it's cooked through and no longer pink.
Is this dish spicy?
It has a mild kick from 1/4 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes, which can be adjusted to your heat preference.
How long do the vegetables need to cook?
The spinach, water chestnuts, and carrots should be stir-fried for about 3 minutes until the spinach is wilted and vegetables are tender yet crisp.
What is the carbohydrate count?
This recipe contains 57.5g of carbohydrates.
Should I use low sodium soy sauce?
Yes, the recipe specifies 3 tablespoons of low sodium soy sauce.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 13 ingredients in this recipe.
How much ginger is required?
You need 1 teaspoon of fresh minced ginger.
What should I do with the remaining marinade?
The remaining half of the hoisin sauce mixture is drizzled over the combined pork, noodles, and vegetables at the end of cooking.
What garnish is suggested?
You can garnish the dish with extra chopped green onions if desired.
Is this considered a quick meal?
Yes, it is tagged as a quick meal and a perfect weeknight dinner that comes together in minutes.
How much sesame oil is used?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 teaspoons of sesame oil.
How should the water chestnuts be prepared?
Use one 8-ounce can of water chestnuts, rinsed and drained.
What equipment is needed to cook the stir-fry?
A wok or a large non-stick skillet is recommended.
Is this dish considered healthy?
Yes, it is tagged as a healthy dinner option featuring fresh vegetables and lean protein.
What is the size of the spinach package needed?
You need one 10-ounce package of fresh spinach leaves.