Authentic Hand-Pulled Pork Noodles with Char Siu

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A labor-of-love dish featuring slow-cooked char siu pork, springy hand-pulled noodles, and a savory-sweet broth that captures true Cantonese tradition. This chinese-inspired asian ready in about 170 minutes pairs pork shoulder, char siu sauce, egg noodles for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 680 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 3.9 (14 ratings) Prep: 25 min Cook: 145 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 680 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place pork shoulder in a pot with 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1/2 cup char siu sauce, 1 tbsp rock sugar, 1 tbsp minced ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Add 4 cups water, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 2 hours until pork is tender enough to shred with forks.
  2. Step 2: While pork simmers, prepare noodles: Bring 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil in a large pot. Add 12 oz egg noodles and cook for 3 minutes until al dente. Drain immediately, rinse under cold water to stop cooking, and toss with 1 tsp sesame oil to prevent sticking.
  3. Step 3: Shred the cooked pork shoulder into 1/4-inch strips. Strain the cooking liquid through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean pot, discarding solids. Bring strained liquid to a simmer over medium heat. Add the shredded pork and cooked noodles, tossing gently for 2 minutes until heated through. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped green onions and serve immediately while piping hot.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Authentic Hand-Pulled Pork Noodles with Char Siu take to make?

Total time is about 170 minutes (25 min prep + 145 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Authentic Hand-Pulled Pork Noodles with Char Siu?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork shoulder from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Authentic Hand-Pulled Pork Noodles with Char Siu?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Authentic Hand-Pulled Pork Noodles with Char Siu for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Authentic Hand-Pulled Pork Noodles with Char Siu?

Chinese asian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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