Best 3 Cold Pork Rice Noodles With Cucumber And Peanuts Recipes

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**Cold Pork Rice Noodles with Cucumber and Peanuts: A Refreshing and Flavorful Summer Dish**

Beat the summer heat with this refreshing and flavorful cold pork rice noodle dish. Packed with textures and bursting with flavors, this Vietnamese-inspired dish is made with tender pork, chewy rice noodles, crisp cucumber, crunchy peanuts, and aromatic herbs, all tossed in a tangy and slightly spicy dressing. It's the perfect meal for a light lunch, a quick dinner, or a potluck gathering. With variations including grilled pork, shrimp, and tofu, and additional recipes for the dressing and pickled vegetables, this article offers a comprehensive guide to creating this delicious and versatile dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PRESSURE-COOKER PORK SATAY WITH RICE NOODLES



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I love the addition of peanuts to savory recipes. Intensify the flavor by sprinkling with minced fresh cilantro and chopped peanuts for that restaurant-quality look and taste. -Stephanie Anderson, South Gardiner, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 pounds boneless pork loin chops, cut into 2-inch pieces
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 medium onion, halved and sliced
1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided
3 tablespoons cornstarch
9 ounces uncooked thick rice noodles
Optional: Minced fresh cilantro and chopped peanuts

Steps:

  • Sprinkle pork with pepper. Place in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker; top with onion. In a small bowl, mix peanut butter, soy sauce, onion powder, garlic powder and pepper sauce; gradually add 1-1/2 cups broth. Pour over onion., Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 3 minutes. Quick-release pressure. A thermometer inserted in pork should read at least 145°. Press cancel. Remove pork from pressure cooker and keep warm. , In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and remaining 1/4 cup broth until smooth; stir into pressure cooker. Select saute setting and adjust for low heat. Simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Add pork; heat through., Meanwhile, cook noodles according to package directions; drain. Serve with pork mixture. If desired, sprinkle with cilantro and peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 754mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

RICE NOODLES WITH SPICY PORK AND HERBS



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This cold rice-noodle dish, dressed in vinegar and chile oil and topped with spicy pork, herbs and peanuts, has roots in Yunnan, a southwestern Chinese province, where the garnish may vary according to the kitchen and season. The dish is quick to put together but can be served at a leisurely pace: Plate it, or set all of the components on the table and let people put together their own bowls the way they like, to their taste. The chef Simone Tong, who runs a Yunnan-inspired noodle restaurant in Manhattan, makes her version with ground pork, peanuts and a mix of fresh herbs but adds raw breakfast radishes and lacto-fermented pickles as well, for extra crunch and flavor. Feel free to do the same, or not; it's in the spirit of the dish to improvise with what's in season and what's on hand.

Provided by Tejal Rao

Time 20m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound thin, round rice noodles
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon black vinegar
1 tablespoon chile oil (like Lao Gan Ma brand)
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon canola or other neutral oil
1/2 pound ground pork
1 teaspoon salt
2 garlic cloves, sliced
1 1-inch piece ginger, chopped
2 scallions, light parts chopped, green parts reserved for garnish
1 tablespoon yacai (Sichuan preserved vegetables, optional)
Handful of herbs like mint, basil and cilantro leaves, washed
1/4 cup salted, roasted peanuts, chopped
4 breakfast radishes, sliced (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to boil, and cook noodles according to instructions. Drain noodles while running under cold water, until they are cool to the touch. Set aside. Mix dressing by whisking rice vinegar, soy sauce, black vinegar, chile oil and sugar until sugar dissolves. Set aside.
  • Cook the pork topping: Heat oil in saucepan over medium heat, and add ground pork and salt. Pan-fry, breaking meat into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until no pink parts and no liquid remain in the pan, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, ginger and scallion whites, and stir occasionally until the raw smell has disappeared and the meat is starting to brown in places, about 5 minutes. Add the vegetables, if using, along with a tablespoon of water, and cook for 2 or 3 minutes more, or until mixture is darkened and thick. Set aside.
  • When you're ready to serve, divide cool, drained noodles into four individual bowls, and top each with a tablespoon of vinegar dressing followed by a pile of ground pork, herbs, peanuts and radishes, to taste. Serve with any remaining garnish, and additional chile oil and chile-oil solids, on the side.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 698, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 97 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 19 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 513 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

COLD ASIAN NOODLES WITH PORK



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 medium carrots, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
3 Kirby cucumbers, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
1/2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
1/3 cup rice vinegar (not seasoned)
1 tablespoon fish sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 ounces rice vermicelli noodles
1 1/2 pounds boneless center-cut pork chops, trimmed of excess fat
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce, plus more for brushing
2 cups thinly sliced romaine lettuce
1 1/2 cups fresh cilantro, basil and/or mint

Steps:

  • Make the pickled vegetables: Put the carrots, cucumbers and jalapeno in a bowl. Heat the rice vinegar and fish sauce in a saucepan, then pour over the vegetables. Add a pinch each of salt and pepper and set aside, stirring occasionally, while you prepare the noodles and pork.
  • Bring a small pot of water to a boil; remove from the heat, add the noodles and let stand 8 minutes. Drain the noodles and rinse under cold water, then snip into smaller pieces with kitchen shears.
  • Meanwhile, season the pork lightly with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork and cook until just cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Brush each chop with hoisin sauce; turn and cook 30 seconds. Brush with more hoisin sauce, turn and cook 30 more seconds. Remove to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes, then thinly slice.
  • Divide the noodles among bowls. Strain the pickled vegetables, reserving the liquid. Stir 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce and the remaining 2 tablespoons vegetable oil into the reserved liquid; drizzle over the noodles. Top with the pork, pickled vegetables, lettuce and herbs.
  • Per serving: Calories 476; Fat 20 g (Saturated 4 g); Cholesterol 78 mg; Sodium 618 mg; Carbohydrate 38 g; Fiber 4 g; Protein 36 g

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476 calorie, Fat 20 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 78 milligrams, Sodium 618 milligrams, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 36 grams

Tips:

  • Use a variety of textures: The combination of crunchy cucumber, chewy rice noodles, and tender pork creates a satisfying textural experience.
  • Balance the flavors: The tangy dressing, salty peanuts, and sweet cucumber help to balance the richness of the pork.
  • Make it a meal: Add some steamed vegetables or a side salad to make this dish a complete meal.
  • Get creative: Feel free to experiment with different vegetables, noodles, and proteins. This recipe is versatile and can be easily adapted to your preferences.

Conclusion:

Cold pork rice noodles with cucumber and peanuts is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a hot summer day. It is also a great way to use up leftover pork. With a little planning, this dish can be made in under 30 minutes. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.

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