Ingredients and Weight:
- Pork belly slices: 1 pound (500g)
- Dried rice noodles: 340g
- Bean sprouts: 1 pound (500g)
- Carrots: 1 medium (150g)
- Green onions: 1 bunch (50g)
- Red chili peppers: 2 (20g)
- Garlic cloves: 3 (15g)
- Ginger: 1 tablespoon (15g)
- Oyster sauce: 4 tablespoons (60ml)
- Soy sauce: 4 tablespoons (60ml)
- Brown sugar: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Sesame oil: 2 teaspoons (10ml)
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
3 (Medium)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Cut the pork belly slices into thin strips.
- Soak the rice noodles in hot water until softened, about 15 minutes.
- Julienne the carrots and green onions.
- Mince the garlic and ginger.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the pork belly and cook until browned on all sides.
- Add the garlic, ginger, carrots, and green onions to the wok. Cook until fragrant and softened, about 2 minutes.
- Add the rice noodles and bean sprouts to the wok. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes, or until the noodles are heated through.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the oyster sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, and remaining sesame oil.
- Add the sauce to the wok and stir-fry until the noodles are evenly coated, about 1 minute.
- Chop the chili peppers and sprinkle over the noodles before serving.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of recipe):
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fat: 15g
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and flavorful
- Balanced blend of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors
- Texturally interesting with tender pork, crispy noodles, and crunchy vegetables
User Comments:
- "Absolutely delicious! The pork belly was so tender and the flavors were incredibly balanced."
- "A great way to introduce American friends to a classic Singaporean dish."
- "The noodles were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful without being overpowering."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you can't find pork belly slices, you can use thin-cut bacon as a substitute.
- Be careful not to overcook the noodles, otherwise they will become mushy.
- If you don't have a wok, you can use a large skillet or Dutch oven instead.
- Adjust the amount of chili peppers to taste, depending on your spice tolerance.
