Stir-Fried Ground Pork and Eggplant with Angel Hair Noodles in Soy-Ginger Sauce

Indulge in the bold flavors of Asia with this savory stir-fry, featuring ground pork, tender eggplant, and delicate angel hair noodles, all harmoniously combined in a rich soy-ginger sauce. This dish is a perfect balance of textures and tastes, sure to delight your senses. With its quick preparation and cooking time, it's ideal for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
medium
Cuisine
Asian
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  • ground pork
  • eggplant
  • angel hair
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Ingredients

Servings:
4
  • 1lbground pork, broken into small pieces
  • 2mediumeggplant, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 8ozsangel hair noodles, cooked according to package instructions
  • 1/4cupsoy sauce, none
  • 2inchesginger, grated
  • 3clovesgarlic, minced
  • 2tbspssesame oil, none
  • 1/4cupgreen onions, thinly sliced
  • 1tbspsesame seeds, none

Nutrition

Calories

420

105 per serving

Protein

32g

64% DV

Fat

20g

29% DV

Carbs

30g

10% DV

Macronutrient Breakdown

Protein30%
Fat43%
Carbs29%
Fiber
6g

% Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet

Step-by-Step

  1. 1

    Cook the angel hair noodles according to the package instructions and set aside. This will help prevent the noodles from becoming mushy during the stir-frying process.

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  2. 2

    In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, grated ginger, and minced garlic to make the sauce. This will help to combine the flavors and create a smooth sauce.

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  3. 3

    Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks.

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  4. 4

    Add the cut eggplant to the skillet and cook until it starts to soften, about 3-4 minutes. This will help to bring out the natural sweetness of the eggplant.

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  5. 5

    Pour the soy-ginger sauce into the skillet and stir to combine with the ground pork and eggplant. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let cook for 2-3 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and the eggplant is tender.

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  6. 6

    Add the cooked angel hair noodles to the skillet and stir to combine with the ground pork, eggplant, and sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until the noodles are well coated with the sauce.

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  7. 7

    Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and cook for 1 minute, until the noodles are slightly browned and crispy.

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  8. 8

    Transfer the stir-fry to a serving platter and garnish with thinly sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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