Spicy and Sweet Stir-fried Fish Cake Noodles
A Unique Texture Sensation: Spicy and Sweet Stir-fried Fish Cake Noodles (with Pork!)
This dish features fish cakes and minced pork as the stars, served with crispy fried noodles for a unique texture and a delicious spicy and sweet harmony. Highly recommended for a late-night snack!
Special Sauce- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Oyster Sauce
- 2 Tbsp Allulose (or sugar)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1 Tbsp Instant Noodle Powder (for extra umami!)
- 1 Tbsp Curry Powder (for a special flavor)
- 2 Pinches Whole Black Pepper (freshly ground is best)
Main Ingredients- 2 sheets Busan-style Square Fish Cakes
- 50g Minced Pork
- 1 stalk Green Onion
- 1 pack Instant Noodles (dry noodles recommended for texture)
- 2 sheets Busan-style Square Fish Cakes
- 50g Minced Pork
- 1 stalk Green Onion
- 1 pack Instant Noodles (dry noodles recommended for texture)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s make the special sauce, the heart of this dish. Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce to a bowl for a deep umami flavor.
Step 2
Next, add 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce to further enhance the aroma.
Step 3
Don’t forget to add 1 tablespoon of minced garlic for a fragrant and savory taste.
Step 4
Add 1 tablespoon of instant noodle powder to boost the ramen flavor. Using commercial ramen powder will give you a deeper and more complex taste.
Step 5
Add 2 tablespoons of allulose for sweetness and shine. You can also use regular sugar.
Step 6
The secret ingredient for this dish! It’s 1 tablespoon of curry powder. Curry powder adds an exotic and deep flavor, making it the highlight of the dish.
Step 7
Now, let’s prepare the main ingredient, fish cakes! I used Busan-style square fish cakes for their chewy texture.
Step 8
Prepare 2 sheets of fish cake and cut them into bite-sized pieces, about 1cm thick. Cutting them not too thin will give you a better bite.
Step 9
Prepare 50g of minced pork to add a savory flavor and richness. Using a moderate amount creates a great balance with the fish cakes.
Step 10
Prepare about 1 stalk of green onion and thinly slice it into strips. When used as a garnish, it adds a crisp texture and refreshing flavor.
Step 11
Heat 1-2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the minced pork and stir-fry. At this point, grind 2 pinches of whole black pepper and stir-fry it with the pork to remove any gamey odors and enhance the flavor.
Step 12
Once the pork is partially cooked and starting to brown, add the prepared fish cakes and stir-fry together. Stir-fry until the surface of the fish cakes is lightly browned for a tastier result.
Step 13
When the pork and fish cakes are nicely browned, add 2 tablespoons of the prepared special sauce and stir-fry everything together. Be mindful of the heat to prevent the sauce from burning, ensuring it coats the ingredients evenly.
Step 14
Once the ingredients are well coated and stir-fried with the sauce, transfer the cooked fish cake and pork mixture to a separate plate. This makes it easier to stir-fry or combine with the noodles in the next steps.
Step 15
Now it’s time to boil the noodles. Prepare 1 pack of instant noodles and boil them in hot water. For a better texture, dry noodles are recommended as they achieve a chewier consistency compared to fresh noodles.
Step 16
When the noodles are cooked to your liking, drain them thoroughly in a colander, shaking off as much water as possible. Removing excess water is crucial to prevent oil splattering when frying.
Step 17
To maximize the chewy texture, add a generous amount of cooking oil to the pan. Fry the noodles for about 3 minutes over medium to high heat until they are lightly browned and crispy. Immediately remove them from the pan. (Caution: Over-frying can make them too hard.)
Step 18
Spread the crispy fried noodles evenly at the bottom of a serving bowl. Generously top with the delicious stir-fried fish cake and pork mixture prepared earlier.
Step 19
Finally, artfully arrange the thinly sliced green onions on the side. This adds visual appeal and balances the flavors, completing your fantastic stir-fried fish cake noodles!
Step 20
Enjoy this dish with the crispy noodles and the rich fish cake and pork mixture. You’ll get to fully appreciate the harmonious blend of textures and the spicy, sweet flavors! Enjoy your meal!
