Pork Sauce
Description
This comforting Pork Sauce is a quick and flavorful broth-based dish that balances salty, sour, and savory notes. The base combines fish sauce, white vinegar, and lemon juice to create a tangy, aromatic liquid perfect for soaking up dried rice stick noodles. Lean ground pork is gently poached in the simmering broth, ensuring it stays tender and delicate. Finely chopped carrots add a touch of sweetness and color, while fresh green onions and crushed garlic provide a sharp, fragrant finish. A lightly whisked egg white creates silky ribbons that enrich the texture. Ideal for a light lunch or a warming dinner, this simple American-style fusion dish is ready in minutes and packs a punch of complex flavor.Ingredients
Directions
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Soak the dried rice stick noodles in warm water for 10 minutes until softened, then drain and set aside.
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In a small saucepan, combine the water, white vinegar, fish sauce, lemon juice, crushed garlic, and finely chopped carrots.
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Bring the liquid mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, allowing the flavors to meld for 2-3 minutes.
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Add the lean pork mince to the simmering broth, breaking it up gently with a spoon to ensure even cooking.
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Cook the pork for 3-4 minutes until it is no longer pink, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
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Slowly drizzle the lightly whisked egg white into the hot broth while stirring gently to create silky ribbons.
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Divide the softened noodles between serving bowls and ladle the hot pork sauce and broth over the top.
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Garnish with the finely chopped green onions and serve immediately while hot.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 147.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5.2g8%
- Saturated Fat 1.5g8%
- Cholesterol 25.2mg9%
- Sodium 561.0mg24%
- Total Carbohydrate 15.8g6%
- Dietary Fiber 1.9g8%
- Sugars 3.5g
- Protein 9.6g20%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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