Thai-Style Pork Noodle Bowl

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground pork
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup snow peas, trimmed and halved
• 1 cup carrots, sliced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 8 ounces medium egg noodles

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and cook until it's no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.
2. Add the onion, garlic, bell pepper, snow peas, and carrots to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.
3. Stir in the ginger, chicken broth, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Add the noodles to the skillet, stirring to combine. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes, until the noodles are tender.
5. Stir in the cooked pork and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until heated through.
6. Serve warm.

Interesting Facts

• The name 'Thai-style' comes from the country of Thailand, where the dish originated.
• The dish is often served with a side of steamed rice for a complete meal.
• The fish sauce and red pepper flakes give the dish a unique and flavorful kick.