This vibrant dish features tender pork patties coated in sesame seeds, served atop a refreshing salad of rice vermicelli, crisp carrots, and zucchini. The flavors are a delightful balance of savory, spicy, and sweet, thanks to the rich pork mince and tangy sweet chili sauce. Fresh mint adds a bright, aromatic finish that cuts through the richness of the meat. It’s a perfect weeknight dinner that feels special yet comes together quickly. The contrast between the warm, golden-brown patties and the cool, crunchy noodle salad makes every bite interesting. Ideal for family meals or casual gatherings, this recipe brings together simple ingredients for a complex, satisfying meal that appeals to all ages.
Pork Sauce
Description
This vibrant dish features tender pork patties coated in sesame seeds, served atop a refreshing salad of rice vermicelli, crisp carrots, and zucchini. The flavors are a delightful balance of savory, spicy, and sweet, thanks to the rich pork mince and tangy sweet chili sauce. Fresh mint adds a bright, aromatic finish that cuts through the richness of the meat. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect weeknight dinner that feels special yet comes together quickly. The contrast between the warm, golden-brown patties and the cool, crunchy noodle salad makes every bite interesting. Ideal for family meals or casual gatherings, this recipe brings together simple ingredients for a complex, satisfying meal that appeals to all ages.Ingredients
Directions
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Soak dried rice vermicelli noodles in boiling water for 1 minute, then drain and rinse with cold water to separate strands.
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In a large bowl, combine the pork mince and finely grated onion; mix well until just combined.
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Shape the pork mixture into 12 equal-sized patties.
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Place sesame seeds on a flat plate and press each patty into the seeds to lightly coat both sides.
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Heat vegetable or peanut oil in a large frying pan over moderate heat.
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Cook the pork patties in batches for about 2 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
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Transfer cooked patties to a heatproof plate and keep warm.
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In a serving bowl, toss the drained noodles with carrot matchsticks, zucchini matchsticks, and shredded mint leaves.
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Drizzle half of the sweet chili sauce over the noodle salad and toss gently to combine.
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Top the noodle mixture with the warm pork patties and drizzle with the remaining sweet chili sauce before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 772.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 69.1g107%
- Saturated Fat 11.5g58%
- Cholesterol 46.2mg16%
- Sodium 758.0mg32%
- Total Carbohydrate 28.5g10%
- Dietary Fiber 3.4g14%
- Sugars 4.5g
- Protein 14.7g30%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
