Steamed pork balls with pad thai noodles
These steamed pork balls are infused with soy sauce and hot chili for a flavorful punch, served alongside tender pad thai noodles. This dish combines steaming and soaking methods for a delightful texture and taste.
Cook time 7 min
Prep time 12 min
Ingredients:
18 oz ground pork1/4 cup soy sauce
2 red hot chili peppers
1 cup rice noodles
1 tbsp water
4 shallots
Instructions:
- Place the rice noodles in a large bowl. Pour enough hot water over them to submerge completely.
- Let them soak for 8-10 minutes or until they are soft but still firm to the bite (al dente). Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, soy sauce, chopped red hot chili peppers, and water. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well incorporated.
- Add the finely chopped shallots and mix again until evenly distributed.
- With clean hands, shape the pork mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball.
- Arrange the pork balls in a single layer on a plate or a steam-proof dish.
- Set up your steamer. Fill the bottom with water and bring to a gentle boil.
- Place the plate or dish with the pork balls into the steamer basket.
- Cover and steam for about 20-25 minutes, or until the pork balls are cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- While the pork balls are steaming, you can lightly toss the soaked noodles with a bit of oil to prevent them from sticking.
- Once the pork balls are ready, remove them from the steamer.
- On a serving platter, arrange the steamed pork balls and rice noodles.
- Garnish with additional chopped chili peppers or sliced shallots if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy your delicious steamed pork balls with pad thai noodles!
Steamed pork balls with pad thai noodles FAQ:
Steam the pork balls for about 20-25 minutes. They are ready when they are cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
The rice noodles should be soft but still firm to the bite, achieving an al dente texture after soaking for 8-10 minutes.
Yes, you can substitute ground pork with other meats like ground chicken or turkey. However, cooking times may vary slightly depending on the meat used.
Store any leftover pork balls and noodles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat thoroughly before serving.
The best way to check for doneness is to ensure that the pork balls are no longer pink in the center and have reached an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
Nutrition per serving
4 ServingsCalories 480kcal
Protein 36g
Carbohydrates 20g
Fiber 1.94g
Sugar 4.05g
Fat 27g
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