Pork Noodle Bowl

Pork Noodle Bowl🍖 Main

Ground pork and green beans mixed with lo mein noodles and tossed in a sauce built from teriyaki and gochujang, topped with cilantro and Fresno chile for a spicy, flavorful bowl.

By Jason Miller, Weeknight Cook & Household Coordinator

Shared by the Home Cook Assistant community Β· Reviewed for clarity

Prep: 10 minCook: 25 minServes: 2
β˜… 4.0 (2 ratings)
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There is a quiet confidence to a dish like pork noodle bowl that comes from knowing every element has a purpose. This is not just another variation on a familiar idea. It is a well balanced plate where 12 oz ground pork, 8 oz green beans come together in a way that feels both comforting and intentional, the kind of meal that makes a regular weeknight feel a little more cared for. Whether you are cooking for family, hosting friends, or simply treating yourself to something made with attention, this recipe rewards you with layers of flavor that belie how approachable it really is.

You will want to pay attention to two small details that make a big difference here. First, Read through the steps once before you start and have everything measured and within reach. A calm setup prevents the rushed mistakes that happen when you are chopping while something is already in the pan. Second, Season in layers rather than all at once. A pinch when you add the aromatics, another when the main ingredients go in, and a final adjustment at the end builds depth that one big addition at the start cannot match. These are not fussy chef tricks. They are the practical habits that separate a good version of this dish from a great one, and once you do them a few times they become second nature.

Leftovers keep beautifully for three days refrigerated and reheat well with a splash of broth or water to loosen the sauce. It also freezes well for up to a month, so consider making a double batch when you have the time. If this is your first time with pork noodle bowl, ground pork and green beans mixed with lo mein noodles and tossed in a sauce built from teriyaki and gochujang, topped w that the process is forgiving and the results are consistently satisfying. It is the kind of recipe that earns a permanent spot in your rotation, not because it is complicated, but because it is reliably delicious and adaptable to what you have on hand.

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Ingredients

  • 12 oz ground pork
  • 8 oz green beans
  • 5 oz lo mein noodles
  • 2 fl oz teriyaki glaze
  • 1 red Fresno chile
  • 2 green onions
  • 1 tbsp gochujang red pepper paste
  • 1/2 fl oz toasted sesame oil
  • 1/4 oz cilantro
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • salt to taste
  • 1/2 cup water

Nutrition (Per 2 servings)*

720
Calories
38g
Protein
62g
Carbs
35g
Fat
5g
Fiber
1050mg
Sodium

* AI-estimated values only β€” not a substitute for professional nutrition labeling.

Instructions

  1. Bring a medium pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Once boiling, add lo mein noodles and cook until tender, 4-5 minutes. Drain in a colander, rinse with cold water, and return to pot. Stir in sesame oil and set aside.
  2. Trim ends off green beans and cut on an angle into 2-inch pieces. Trim and thinly slice green onions on an angle, keeping white and green portions separate. Coarsely chop cilantro. Slice red Fresno chile into thin rounds (discard seeds if you prefer less spice). Wash hands and cutting board after working with Fresno chile.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup water, teriyaki glaze, and half the gochujang. Taste, and add remaining gochujang if desired. Set aside.
  4. Place a large non-stick pan over high heat. Add 2 tsp olive oil, ground pork, green beans, white portions of green onions, and a pinch of salt to the very hot pan. Stir occasionally, breaking up meat, until green beans begin to char and no pink remains on pork, 7-9 minutes.
  5. Transfer pork and green beans to a plate. Keep pan over high heat.
  6. Add noodles to the very hot pan and cook undisturbed until slightly charred on one side, 2-3 minutes.
  7. Add pork, green beans, and teriyaki-gochujang mixture to the pan and stir to combine. Remove from burner.
  8. Plate the dish and garnish with green portions of green onions, cilantro, and Fresno chile rounds to taste. Bon appΓ©tit!

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