Vietnamese Lemongrass Pork with Rice Noodles

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Tender pork strips marinated in lemongrass and fish sauce, stir-fried with rice noodles and crisp vegetables. This vietnamese-inspired stir fry ready in about 32 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, lemongrass, fish sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 2, 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.

★ 4.3 (13 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 12 min Serves 2 Vietnamese cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine pork, minced lemongrass, fish sauce, and 1 minced garlic clove. Marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Cook rice noodles in boiling water for 5 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
  3. Step 3: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a wok over high heat. Sauté shrimp for 2 minutes until pink, remove, and set aside. Sauté marinated pork for 4 minutes until browned, then add remaining garlic and carrots. Stir-fry 2 minutes until carrots are crisp-tender.
  4. Step 4: Add noodles, bean sprouts, shrimp, and a splash of water. Toss for 1 minute until heated through and ingredients are evenly distributed.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Vietnamese Lemongrass Pork with Rice Noodles take to make?

Total time is about 32 minutes (20 min prep + 12 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 Vietnamese Lemongrass Pork with 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 Vietnamese Lemongrass Pork with 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 Vietnamese Lemongrass Pork with Rice Noodles for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Vietnamese Lemongrass Pork with Rice Noodles?

Vietnamese stir fry 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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