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How to Make Cold Soba Noodles with Pork Tenderloin - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to a satisfying and refreshing meal, nothing beats a bowl of cold soba noodles. These thin buckwheat noodles are a staple in Japanese cuisine and are loved for their light and chewy texture. Paired with tender slices of pork tenderloin and a zesty dipping sauce, this dish is perfect for a hot summer day or when you're craving something light and flavorful.

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Ingredients

  • 6 ounces dried soba noodles
  • 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
  • 3 tablespoons warm water
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Sriracha sauce, or more to taste
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1 medium lime, zested and juiced
  • 1 teaspoon crushed garlic
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
  • 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 6 ounces pork tenderloin
  • 1 tablespoon chopped peanuts
  • 1 tablespoon sliced green onion
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add soba noodles, and cook according to package directions, about 4 minutes. Drain noodles, rinse under cold water, and set aside to cool.
  • Whisk peanut butter, water, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, hoisin sauce, Sriracha, soy sauce, lime zest and juice, garlic, and ginger together in a small bowl for the dressing. Pour dressing over noodles. Add red bell pepper and toss to combine. Refrigerate until well chilled, at least 1 hour.
  • Stir teriyaki sauce, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes together in a bowl until well combined. Cut pork tenderloin into very thin slices, about 1/8 inch thick, then cut each slice in half. Add pork to marinade, cover bowl, and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or longer.
  • Remove pork from refrigerator. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, and heat the remaining 1 tablespoon sesame oil until hot. Add pork, separating pieces to cover the skillet's bottom. Cook the pork, occasionally stirring, until cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes. Your time will depend on how thinly the pork is cut, but try not to overcook to retain tenderness.
  • Remove noodles from the refrigerator and give them a good stir. Divide the noodles among 4 plates or bowls. Evenly distribute the pork on top of the noodles and garnish with peanuts, green onion and sesame seeds before serving.

    • Nutrition

    373 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 19mg
    • Sodium: 1315mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 44g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 30mg
    • Calcium: 47mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 427mg

    Categories

    Noodle recipes
    Pork recipes
    Cold recipes
    Soba recipes
    Tenderloin recipes