Spicy Cabbage and Pork Noodles
Chewy rice noodles tossed with tender pork, crunchy cabbage, and a savory-sweet-spicy sauce for a satisfying weeknight meal. This asian ready in about 30 minutes pairs thinly sliced pork tenderloin, thinly sliced napa cabbage, rice noodles for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 500 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
- 12 oz, thinly sliced pork tenderloin
- 10 oz, thinly sliced napa cabbage
- 8 oz rice noodles
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp chili garlic paste
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp, minced ginger
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
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Instructions
- Step 1: Cook rice noodles according to package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until no longer pink, then remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the skillet. Add garlic and ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add cabbage and stir-fry for 3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Step 4: Return pork to the skillet. Add soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili garlic paste, and sugar. Stir to combine and heat through for 2 minutes.
- Step 5: Add cooked noodles and toss until evenly coated and heated through. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Cabbage and Pork Noodles 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 Spicy Cabbage and Pork 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 thinly sliced pork tenderloin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Cabbage and Pork 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 Spicy Cabbage and Pork 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.
What goes well with Spicy Cabbage and Pork Noodles?
Asian 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.
