Charbroiled Pork Rice Noodle Bowl with Fresh Herbs
Bright bowl of rice noodles topped with charred pork strips and a fragrant herb medley in light, aromatic broth. This vietnamese-inspired asian ready in about 30 minutes pairs Pork tenderloin, Rice noodles, Chicken broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Pork tenderloin
- 8 oz Rice noodles
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 1 Lime
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 tbsp Fish sauce
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 3 Green onions
- 1/4 cup Fresh mint
- 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro
- 1 cup Bean sprouts
- 1/2 tbsp Chili oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Slice pork loin into 1/4-inch strips. Toss with 1 tbsp fish sauce, 1/2 tsp sugar, and 1 minced garlic clove. Marinate 15 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat grill pan over high heat. Cook pork strips 3-4 minutes per side until charred and cooked through. Slice thinly.
- Step 3: Bring 4 cups chicken broth to a boil in a pot. Add rice noodles and cook 3-4 minutes until tender. Drain.
- Step 4: In a serving bowl, combine cooked noodles, sliced pork, sliced green onions, chopped mint, and chopped cilantro. Pour hot broth over the top. Garnish with bean sprouts and drizzle with chili oil.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Charbroiled Pork Rice Noodle Bowl with Fresh Herbs take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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 Charbroiled Pork Rice Noodle Bowl with Fresh Herbs?
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 tenderloin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Charbroiled Pork Rice Noodle Bowl with Fresh Herbs?
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 Charbroiled Pork Rice Noodle Bowl with Fresh Herbs 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 Charbroiled Pork Rice Noodle Bowl with Fresh Herbs?
Vietnamese 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Perfect asian recipe for a weeknight dinner.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
