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    Urban Bliss Life » All Recipes » Asian Recipes » Pork and Peanut Dragon Noodles

    Published: March 11, 2020 / Updated: April 24, 2022 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Pork and Peanut Dragon Noodles

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    This Pork and Peanut Dragon Noodles recipe is fast, inexpensive, and is a spicy flavor explosion! You can make this recipe in 20 minutes, and it only costs around $5 for four servings.

    pork and peanut dragon noodles with green onions on a white plate.

    Ramen noodles are one of my favorite inexpensive ingredients to have on hand. ALWAYS.

    They can easily be transformed and elevated into so many different types of dishes. From easy homemade ramen noodles to Shrimp Lo Mein.

    Jump to:
    • 🌟 Why you'll love this dish
    • 🥜 Ingredient notes
    • ✅ Step-by-step instructions
    • 🌶 How do I adjust the spice level?
    • 👩🏽‍🍳 More Recipe FAQs
    • 🥂 Which wine pairs with peanut noodles?
    • More noodle recipes
    • Pork and Peanut Dragon Noodles

    🌟 Why you'll love this dish

    pork and peanut dragon noodles with green onions on a white plate with chopsticks.

    I love Chinese food take-out as much as the next person, but it can get so expensive! That's why we love making take-out favorites like easy Air Fryer Crab Rangoon and Wonton Soup from scratch. Here's what makes this peanut dragon noodles recipe so special:

    • This better-than-takeout Chinese food recipe will only cost you about $5 total. And, it will feed about four people.
    • It's fast – ready in just 20 minutes.
    • It uses simple ingredients you probably already have in your pantry or can easily get from your local grocery store or Asian market.
    • It's not too spicy. But you can easily adjust the spice level if you want it milder or hotter.

    🥜 Ingredient notes

    As for ingredients to make these yummy spicy Asian noodles, you'll only need a few. If you make Asian food even sometimes, you likely have these ingredients on hand. A few notes:

    Chili garlic sauce - this is what gives dragon noodles the heat this dish is known for. That said, it's easy to make this as mild or as spicy as you want it to be by adjusting the amount of chili garlic sauce. Want it even spicier? Add a bit of sriracha!

    Soy sauce OR coconut aminos - You can use your favorite soy sauce. Or, you can use coconut aminos, which are dairy-free, gluten-free, soy-free and MSG-free. Both offer similar flavors to the dish.

    Sesame oil - (not pictured) Be sure to use toasted sesame oil and not light sesame oil. The latter is great for cooking with, but doesn't add much flavor to the sauce. Toasted sesame oil, however, adds a big nutty aroma and flavor, so it's perfect for sauce. A little bit goes a long way.

    Freshly grated ginger - for some extra depth of flavor and added spice.

    ✅ Step-by-step instructions

    One of my favorite parts about making this delicious spicy Asian dish is that it takes so little time to make!

    making chili oil sauce
    mix together ingredients for the sauce
    chili garlic sauce
    chili garlic sauce
    cooking pork
    brown the pork
    cooking pork and peanuts
    add the sauce, and peanuts to the pork

    Step 1 - Start by mixing the chili garlic sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, and brown sugar together in a small bowl to make the sauce. Set it aside.

    Step 2 - In a pot of boiling water, cook two packages of ramen noodles according to package directions. Just be sure to discard the flavor packets! You don't need those for this recipe.

    Step 3 - In a large skillet, sauté the ground pork along with the fresh ginger over medium-high heat, just until the pork has browned. Pour the sauce over the cooked pork along with ¼ cup of chopped peanuts, and stir all of that yummy goodness together.

    Step 4 - Drain the noodles and add them to the skillet with the pork. Stir to coat the noodles in the yummy sauce. Plate and garnish with green onions and remaining chopped peanuts.

    pork and peanut dragon noodles close up

    That's it! This whole meal can feed a family of four. You can make it from start to finish in 15-20 minutes! And, it's an AWESOME recipe if you're on a budget. The whole recipe costs less than $5 total.

    Even if you're not on a budget, this is one spicy Asian noodle dish that packs a powerful flavor punch you will LOVE!

    🌶 How do I adjust the spice level?

    spicy pork and peanut dragon noodles

    My family doesn't like things super spicy. This recipe makes the dish what I would consider MEDIUM SPICY. It has heat, but doesn't burn your tongue.

    If you are someone who LOVES wicked hot, super spicy Asian food, then go ahead and add more of the chili garlic sauce.

    How to make this dish MILD: reduce the chili garlic sauce further. Start with maybe one teaspoon of the chili garlic sauce. That's enough to still add flavor, without the heat. Then add a teaspoon of the soy sauce or coconut aminos to balance the flavor. Season and adjust to taste, as needed.

    👩🏽‍🍳 More Recipe FAQs

    What type of noodles should I use?

    This recipe works best with the traditional ramen noodles. They are also the least expensive! But you could also use this recipe with vermicelli noodles, wide lo mein noodles, or thin lo mein noodles.

    How can I make this vegetarian?

    I've heard from readers and Instagram followers that plant-based meat crumbles are a good substitute for pork in this recipe. You could also try cooking extra firm tofu, then crumbling it into the dish.

    What vegetables can I add?

    You can bump up the volume and nutrition content of this recipe by adding some veggies. I've personally enjoyed adding steamed broccoli. You could also add snow peas, diced red or green peppers, and sliced onions if you would like.

    🥂 Which wine pairs with peanut noodles?

    white wine with peanut noodles

    When enjoying spicy Asian food, look for sweet, aromatic white wines with high acidity and low alcohol.

    Classic wine pairings here would be a German Riesling, a sparkling Moscato d'Asti, or a Spanish Albariño. If you like Sauvignon Blanc. most also pair well with spicy Asian food. I also enjoy certain Rosé wines with spicy food.

    Wines to try:

    • 2017 Brooks Ara Riesling (Oregon)
    • Elvio Cogno 2017 Moscato d'Asti (Italy)
    • 2017 Abacela Albariño (Oregon)

    More noodle recipes

    • Easy Homemade Ramen
    • Sesame Garlic Noodles with Steak
    • Soba Noodles with Vegetables and Peanut Sauce
    • Easy Shrimp Lo Mein Recipe (Only 20 Minutes)

    Did you make this recipe? Don't forget to leave a 5-Star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 rating in the recipe card, and if you really loved it, please leave a comment further down on the page. Thank you!

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    Pork and Peanut Dragon Noodles

    5 from 29 votes
    Prep Time: 5 mins
    Cook Time: 15 mins
    Total Time: 20 mins
    Recipe by Marlynn Schotland
    This is a 30-minute meal that's full of flavor and spice. So fast, easy, satisfying!
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 549kcal
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    Ingredients

    Sauce

    • 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce
    • ¼ cup coconut aminos or soy sauce
    • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
    • ¼ cup packed light brown sugar

    Noodles

    • 1 Tablespoon canola, peanut, or vegetable oil
    • ½ pound ground pork
    • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
    • 2 packages ramen noodles (discard the flavor packet)
    • 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced thinly
    • ¼ cup + 1 tablespoon chopped peanuts, divided

    Instructions

    • In a medium bowl, mix together the chili garlic sauce, coconut aminos or soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and light brown sugar until well combined. Set aside.
    • Heat cooking oil (canola, peanut, or vegetable oil) In a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork and ginger, cook until the pork is browned, about 4 minutes.
    • While pork is cooking, cook ramen noodles in a large pot according to the package instructions.
    • Once the pork is cooked, add the sauce and ¼ cup peanuts. Stir well and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
    • Drain noodles and add to the skillet with pork and peanuts. Gently toss all together to coat the noodles.
    • Serve immediately, and garnish with green onions and remaining tablespoon of chopped peanuts.

    Notes

    Makes 4 servings.
    Sesame oil: be sure to use toasted sesame oil and not light sesame oil in the sauce.
    This recipe makes a sauce that is medium spicy.
    • To add heat: increase the chili garlic sauce, one teaspoon at a time (or one tablespoon at a time if you LOVE your Asian food super spicy!).
    • To make it mild: start with just one teaspoon of the chili garlic sauce, mix the sauce, taste. Add chili garlic sauce by the teasponful until you achieve your desired level of spice.
    Storage: This noodle dish will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. 
    Tried this recipe?Please leave a star rating and comment! Then snap a pic of your dish and share it on social media. Tag @UrbanBlissLife and #UrbanBlissLife!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 549kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 1662mg | Potassium: 405mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 39IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 3mg

    Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.

    This recipe is inspired by the Food Network.

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      Comments

      1. Gina McPeck says

        November 23, 2022 at 6:19 pm

        5 stars
        Wonderfully tasty, and so simple!

        Reply
      2. Judith says

        November 08, 2021 at 6:52 am

        5 stars
        This dishes was delicious and super simple to make but had great flavor!! Will be making this a lot!!

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          November 09, 2021 at 5:27 pm

          5 stars
          Yay!! So glad to hear you love it, Judith!

      3. Lesley says

        February 04, 2021 at 8:22 pm

        5 stars
        This was absolutely amazing! We ate every bite. Thanks for the great recipe! It’s a keeper!

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          February 08, 2021 at 9:34 pm

          5 stars
          So glad to hear you loved it, Lesley!

      4. Joya says

        August 08, 2020 at 4:49 pm

        5 stars
        This is now a staple for our family. Fast, easy & inexpensive. We subbed turkey for pork and cut back on the spice... to fit our family’s taste. Everyone inhaled it. Yum!

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          August 09, 2020 at 12:28 pm

          So glad your family loved it, Joya!

      5. Carmelina says

        March 21, 2020 at 11:16 am

        5 stars
        Easy and delicious meal!! My family LOVED it. Will definitely make it again and again!!

        Reply
      6. Erin @ Platings and Pairings says

        March 12, 2020 at 12:51 pm

        5 stars
        These sound so simple and delicious! I love that they're so budget friendly too!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          March 20, 2020 at 12:51 am

          A win-win! Thank you, Erin!

      7. Mirlene says

        March 11, 2020 at 2:15 pm

        5 stars
        It's been a very long time since I had noodles, so thisr ecipe is so timely for me - the noodles look amazing!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          March 20, 2020 at 12:51 am

          Thanks, Mirlene! :)

      8. Shannon says

        March 11, 2020 at 2:10 pm

        5 stars
        This was fantastic for lunch, and the kids liked it too!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          March 20, 2020 at 12:50 am

          So glad you all enjoyed it!

      9. Noelle says

        March 11, 2020 at 1:42 pm

        5 stars
        This is the perfect dish when I am craving take out! Thanks for the great idea, the flavors are just bursting :)

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          March 20, 2020 at 12:50 am

          Thanks so much, Noelle! I hope you love it!

      10. Jordin says

        March 11, 2020 at 1:22 pm

        5 stars
        This dish sounds amazing! And super easy to make, I can’t wait to make it this week!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          March 20, 2020 at 12:49 am

          Let me know how you like it! :)

      11. Alison says

        March 11, 2020 at 1:10 pm

        5 stars
        Love this sauce on these noodles! And the peanuts give it such a nice crunch.

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          March 20, 2020 at 12:49 am

          I love the combo, too! :)

      12. Kacey Perez says

        March 11, 2020 at 12:41 pm

        Asian cuisine is my absolute favorite so I am always looking for new ways to incorporate it into our weekly meals! Also, love the wine pairing suggestion!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          March 20, 2020 at 12:48 am

          Thanks, Kacey! :)

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