For extra flavor, toast the sesame oil in the pan for a few seconds before adding other ingredients. Adjust the amount of gochujang and chili peppers to your spice preference. Garnish with extra cilantro and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for a beautiful presentation. Try adding a fried egg on top for added richness.
Spicy Pumpkin Pork Noodles
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME25 mins
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SERVING2 People
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VIEWS39
Experience a symphony of flavors with this Asian-inspired noodle dish. The unexpected combination of sweet pumpkin and fiery Korean chile paste creates a culinary masterpiece, perfect for fall evenings or anytime you crave a bold and comforting meal.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate90 g
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Cholesterol82 mg
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Fiber6 g
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Protein32 g
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Saturated Fat10 g
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Sodium470 mg
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Fat33 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepGather all ingredients.
02
StepHeat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground pork, breaking it up with a spoon. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Cook until browned and crumbled, about 5 minutes.
03
StepReduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and half of the sliced green onions. Cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in hoisin sauce and cook until the pork is glazed, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer pork mixture to a bowl.
04
StepDrain most of the grease from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Add pumpkin puree, gochujang, the remaining green onions, sesame oil, and diced chili peppers. Cook and stir over medium heat for 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
05
StepMeanwhile, cook bucatini in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, about 10 minutes, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta water before draining.
06
StepTransfer the cooked bucatini to the skillet with the pumpkin sauce. Squeeze lime juice over the noodles. Add about 2 tablespoons of the reserved pasta water and toss to combine. Continue adding pasta water gradually until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
07
StepTurn off the heat and stir in chopped fresh cilantro. Transfer noodles to serving plates and top with the ground pork mixture.
08
StepServe immediately and enjoy the vibrant flavors!
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Alexandra Dickinson
Jun 23, 2025Next time, I'm going to try adding some roasted vegetables to the noodles for extra nutrients.
Dexter Gerlach
May 23, 2025My family loved this! Even my picky eaters devoured it.
Torrey Mante
May 10, 2025I added a little ginger to the pork mixture and it was fantastic!
Bartholome Torphy
Mar 21, 2025The perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory. I'll definitely be making this again.
Rebeka Kihn
Mar 1, 2025This is my new go-to noodle dish. Thank you for sharing!
Ozella Bahringer
Jan 9, 2025Easy to follow instructions and a truly unique flavor profile. Highly recommend!
Elvis Bailey
Jan 4, 2025This recipe is a game-changer! The pumpkin and gochujang combo is surprisingly delicious.
Mylene Marks
Dec 11, 2024I found the sauce a little thick, so I added a bit more pasta water. It turned out perfectly!