Keyphrase: Taiwanese Ground Pork and Noodles
Craving a bowl of comfort? Taiwanese Ground Pork and Noodles (Lu Rou Fan Noodles) is a savory, satisfying dish featuring rich pork sauce over chewy noodles, topped with scallions and pickled greens. This easy recipe brings the flavors of Taiwan right to your kitchen!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground pork
- 12 oz dried wheat noodles (or fresh Taiwanese wheat noodles)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice wine (or dry sherry)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (preferably rock sugar)
- 1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
- 1/2 cup water or chicken broth
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, peeled (optional)
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
- Pickled mustard greens or bok choy, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Noodles: Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Pork: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Brown the Pork: Add the ground pork to the pan. Break it up with a spatula and cook until no longer pink, about 5–6 minutes.
- Season: Stir in the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, rice wine, sugar, five-spice powder, and white pepper. Mix well to coat the pork evenly.
- Simmer: Pour in the water or chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook uncovered for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add Eggs (Optional): If using, add the hard-boiled eggs to the sauce during the last 5 minutes to soak up flavor.
- Assemble: Divide the cooked noodles among bowls. Spoon the ground pork mixture over the noodles. Top with sliced scallions and pickled mustard greens or bok choy if desired.
- Serve: Serve hot and enjoy!
Tips
- For extra depth, add a dash of fried shallots or a drizzle of chili oil before serving.
- Substitute ground chicken or turkey for a lighter version.
- Leftover pork mixture can be served over steamed rice for a quick meal.
FAQ
- Can I make this ahead? Yes! The pork sauce tastes even better the next day.
- What noodles work best? Taiwanese wheat noodles are traditional, but any wheat noodle or even spaghetti works in a pinch.
- Where can I find five-spice powder? Most Asian grocery stores carry it, or you can order five-spice powder on Amazon.
Looking for more Asian comfort food? Try our Chinese Beef Noodle Soup or Japanese Curry Udon!
