Spicy Ground Pork Noodles – Recipe!

Enjoy a bold and flavorful dish with Spicy Ground Pork Noodles! This easy recipe combines tender pork, savory spices, and silky noodles.

I love a simple skillet meal and this one is made in one pan, except for boiling the noodles, and it’s done in a matter of minutes. Ground pork makes these Spicy Ground Pork Noodles super accessible because you can find ground pork almost anywhere and it gives this dish tremendous flavor.

I used regular thin spaghetti, but you can get fancy and use Chinese rice noodles, or gluten-free pasta, if you prefer.  The chili paste is what gives these Spicy Ground Pork Noodles their heat and I used Calabrian, but Sambal or red pepper flakes will do the trick.  Just know your palate and incorporate the heat as needed for your enjoyment.

The results are a scrumptious bowl of Spicy Ground Pork Noodles with just the right kick to satisfy that hunger.  There’s no need for take-out any longer because this dish really satisfies those same cravings and it’s made right in your own kitchen in a matter of minutes.

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*Tips

• You can substitute ground turkey or beef in this recipe
• Control the amount of spiciness by how much chili paste you add
• You can make this recipe gluten-free by swapping out the pasta and soy sauce (use tamari)
• Add other assorted vegetables like cabbage or kale for a fun twist

Ingredients

• 12 ounces thin spaghetti – regular, gluten-free or Chinese rice
• 1 pound ground pork
• 1 white onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/3 cup soy sauce, any variety
• 1 heaping teaspoon chili paste, 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes + more for top (optional)
• 1/4 cup sesame oil
• 2 cups broccoli florets

(Serves 4)

To Prepare:

1. Boil noodles in a large pot of salted water, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add pork and cook while breaking apart with wooden spoon, about 4 minutes.
3. Add onion and garlic and continue to cook for 3 minutes.  Make a well in center and add soy sauce, chili paste and sesame oil, stir to incorporate into pork.
4. Add broccoli and cover skillet with lid for 2 minutes.  Remove and add cooked pasta and 1/2 cup pasta water.
5. Toss, toss and toss again to coat all noodles in sauce.  Add remaining pasta water to loosen, if needed.  Pour into serving bowl and dot with more chili paste, if desired.  Enjoy!

I like to serve these Spicy Ground Pork Noodles family-style, so everyone can serve themselves.  It would also be fun to enjoy out of Chinese take-out cartons for a party or small gathering.