Cold Soba Noodles with Pork Tenderloin

Tender, thinly-sliced pork tenderloin in an Asian-flavored marinade is the perfect pairing to this tasty cold soba noodle salad.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 373 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

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.