Rustic Hand-Rolled Noodles
Smoked Pork Belly
Experience the comforting bite of thick, chewy hand-rolled noodles steeped in a savory broth with rendered smoked pork belly and fresh green peppers.
There is something incredibly grounding about freshly hand-rolled noodles, celebrated for their delightfully chewy and boil-resistant texture. Paired with the deep, savory notes of rendered smoked pork belly and the subtle brightness of green peppers and tomatoes, this dish offers a rich, rustic flavor profile that balances smoke, umami, and homestyle comfort.
Ingredients
- 200 g smoked pork belly, sliced
- 2 portions fresh hand-rolled noodles
- 2 green peppers, chopped
- 1 tomato, diced
- 2 tbsp light soy sauce
- 4 cups water
- to taste salt
Instructions
- 1Stir-fry smoked pork belly
Place the smoked pork belly slices into the pot and stir-fry over medium heat until the surfaces are browned and the aromatic fats begin to render out.
Tip: Stir frequently to prevent the pork belly from sticking to the bottom of the pot while it renders. - 2Add green peppers and tomatoes
Toss the chopped green peppers and diced tomatoes directly into the pot along with the browned smoked pork belly, stirring to combine the flavors.
Tip: Adding tomatoes at this stage helps create a rich, slightly tangy base as they break down in the heat. - 3Simmer with water and seasonings
Pour water into the pot, then season with salt and light soy sauce. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer so the savory broth develops its depth.
Tip: Adjust the salt carefully, keeping in mind that the smoked pork belly already contributes a salty flavor. - 4Cook hand-rolled noodles
Drop the freshly prepared hand-rolled noodles directly into the simmering broth, allowing them to cook until they become tender yet retain a chewy texture.
Tip: Do not overcook the hand-rolled noodles to preserve their signature boil-resistant and chewy mouthfeel.
