Stir-Fried Pad See Ew with Chinese Broccoli and Pork

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A classic Thai stir-fried noodle dish featuring wide rice noodles with tender pork and crisp Chinese broccoli in a savory soy sauce glaze. This Thai-inspired noodle recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs wide rice noodles, pork shoulder, thinly sliced, Chinese broccoli (gai lan), chopped for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 3, 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.

Prep: 35 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Thai cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Soak 8 oz of wide rice noodles in warm water for 30 minutes until pliable, then drain thoroughly.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and stir-fry for 20 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Add 6 oz thinly sliced pork shoulder to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until pork is no longer pink and starts to brown at the edges.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 cup chopped Chinese broccoli and stir-fry for 1 minute until the greens begin to wilt but remain crisp.
  5. Step 5: Add the drained noodles along with 2 tbsp light soy sauce, 1 tbsp dark soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, and 1 tsp white sugar. Toss quickly and continuously for 2-3 minutes until the noodles are evenly coated and heated through.
  6. Step 6: Sprinkle 1/4 tsp ground white pepper over the stir-fry, toss once more, then remove from heat and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Pad See Ew with Chinese Broccoli and Pork take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (35 min prep + 10 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 Stir-Fried Pad See Ew with Chinese Broccoli and Pork?

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 wide rice noodles from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Pad See Ew with Chinese Broccoli and Pork?

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 Stir-Fried Pad See Ew with Chinese Broccoli and Pork for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 Stir-Fried Pad See Ew with Chinese Broccoli and Pork?

Thai noodles 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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