Savory Chinese Pork Bolognese Noodles

Name: Savory Chinese Pork Bolognese Noodles
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 3
Ingredients: 750 g fresh white noodles; 400 g pork mince; 1/2 onion; 2 cucumbers; 2 cloves garlic; 1 1/2 tsp ginger; 2 tsp vegetable oil; 2 tsp Chinese black vinegar; 1/3 cup chicken stock / broth; 1 tbsp Chilli Bean Sauce; 1 tbsp Chinese Sweet Bean Sauce; 1 tbsp dark soy sauce; 1 tsp sugar; 1 tbsp Chinese chilli sauce; 1 handful Coriander / cilantro leaves

A quick and flavorful twist on traditional Zha Jiang Mian, this 'Chinese Bolognese' features savory minced pork simmered in a rich, umami-packed bean sauce. Served over fresh noodles with crisp cucumber and fresh herbs, it's a satisfying 20-minute weeknight meal.

Servings3 Portions

Prep Time10 Mins

Cook Time10 Mins

Difficulty

Easy

Ingredients

fresh white noodles
750 g
pork mince
400 g
onion
0.5
cucumbers
2
garlic
2 cloves
ginger
0.5 tsp
vegetable oil
2 tsp
Chinese black vinegar
2 tsp
chicken stock / broth
0.3 cup
Chilli Bean Sauce
1 tbsp
Chinese Sweet Bean Sauce
1 tbsp
dark soy sauce
1 tbsp
sugar
1 tsp
Chinese chilli sauce
1 tbsp
Coriander / cilantro leaves
1 handful

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken stock, chilli bean sauce, sweet bean sauce, dark soy sauce, and sugar until the mixture is smooth.

Prepare the fresh noodles according to the package directions. If using dried noodles, cook until al dente. Drain well and set aside.

Optional: While the noodles are still warm, toss them with a teaspoon of oil and the Chinese black vinegar to prevent sticking and add a subtle tang.

Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the diced onion for about 1 minute, then stir in the minced garlic and ginger. Cook for another minute until fragrant and the onion becomes translucent.

Add the minced pork to the skillet. Use a wooden spoon to break the meat into small crumbles as it cooks. Continue cooking until the pork is fully browned.