Hoisin-Glazed Pork with Bok Choy and Rice Noodles

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Tender pork strips glazed in a sweet-savory hoisin sauce, served over rice noodles with crisp-tender bok choy. This vietnamese-inspired asian (gluten-free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, hoisin sauce, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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.

★ 4.2 (14 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Vietnamese cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Whisk 3 tbsp hoisin sauce, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1 tbsp cornstarch in a bowl; set aside.
  2. Step 2: Boil 8 oz rice noodles in salted water for 5-7 minutes until tender; drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high. Add 1/2-inch pork strips and cook for 4-5 minutes until browned; remove and set aside.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 tbsp minced ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet; stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Add 2 cups chopped bok choy and 1/4 cup water; cover and cook for 3 minutes until crisp-tender.
  6. Step 6: Return pork to skillet, add hoisin mixture, and toss until sauce thickens (2 minutes).
  7. Step 7: Add drained rice noodles and toss for 1 minute until heated through.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Hoisin-Glazed Pork with Bok Choy and Rice Noodles take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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 Hoisin-Glazed Pork with Bok Choy and Rice Noodles?

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 Hoisin-Glazed Pork with Bok Choy and Rice Noodles?

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 Hoisin-Glazed Pork with Bok Choy and Rice Noodles 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.

Is Hoisin-Glazed Pork with Bok Choy and Rice Noodles gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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