Potsticker Noodle Bowls are an easy, flavorful way to enjoy potsticker-inspired tastes without the fuss. A delicious, healthy meal ready in 30 minutes or less.
A slightly adapted recipe from iowa girl eats.
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What You’ll Love About Potsticker Noodle Bowls:
- Quick, healthy dinner ideal for busy weeknights.
- All the familiar potsticker flavors made simply in one skillet.
- Uses fresh, straightforward pantry ingredients.
- Budget-friendly and cheaper than takeout.
What is a Potsticker?
Potstickers are Chinese-style dumplings filled with seasoned meat and vegetables, traditionally steamed and then pan-fried until golden. While delicious, making individual dumplings at home can be time-consuming.
Potsticker Noodle Bowls capture the same savory flavors and satisfying textures without wrapping each dumpling. This streamlined version swaps wonton-making for a quick skillet method and uses a ready coleslaw mix to save time. The whole dish comes together in about 30 minutes, perfect for weeknights.
When you crave Asian-inspired flavors but need something fast and family-friendly, this is a great go-to meal.
Potsticker Ingredients:
- Ground pork
- Black pepper
- Stir-fry rice noodles
- Fresh garlic
- Green onions
- Coleslaw mix
- Cilantro
Potsticker Sauce:
- Low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari)
- Chicken broth
- Rice vinegar
- Fresh ginger
- Toasted sesame oil
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
The Noodles:
Rice noodles are recommended because they hold the sauce without becoming gummy and their texture is closer to traditional dumpling fillings. Avoid long pastas like linguine, which absorb too much sauce.
What ground meat can I use other than pork?
Ground chicken or turkey work well as substitutes. Choose based on preference or dietary needs.
Are Potsticker Noodle Bowls Gluten Free?
The main concern for gluten-free diners is the soy sauce. Use gluten-free tamari or a labeled gluten-free soy sauce to make the recipe gluten-free, and always check product labels for hidden wheat.
How To Make Potsticker Noodle Bowls:
Step 1. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and black pepper, breaking the meat into small pieces. Cook until no pink remains, then drain any excess grease.
Step 2. While the pork cooks, prepare the rice noodles according to package directions (usually 3–5 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking, then set aside.
Step 3. Whisk together the sauce ingredients—soy sauce (or tamari), chicken broth, rice vinegar, grated ginger, toasted sesame oil, and a pinch of red pepper flakes—and set aside.
Step 4. Add the minced garlic, sliced green onions, and coleslaw mix to the cooked pork. Sauté 3–4 minutes, stirring, until the cabbage begins to wilt. Stir in the noodles and pour the sauce over everything. Toss until coated and heated through, about 2–3 minutes. Serve topped with extra green onion and chopped cilantro.
Other Asian Cuisines you Might Enjoy:
- Ground Beef and Broccoli Ramen
- Asian Lettuce Wraps
- Teriyaki Chicken Casserole
- Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
- Easy Coconut Rice
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 ounces stir fry rice noodlessuch as Thai kitchen brand
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 green onions, sliced (save a small handful for garnish)
- 14 ounce bag coleslaw mix
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
For the sauce:
- ½ cup low sodium soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- pinch of red pepper flakes optional for heat
Instructions
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Whisk together all sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add ground pork and black pepper; cook, breaking into crumbles, until no pink remains. Drain any excess grease.
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Cook rice noodles according to package directions until al dente (about 4–5 minutes). Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside.
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Add garlic, green onions, and coleslaw mix to the pork. Cook 3–4 minutes, stirring, until the cabbage begins to wilt. Add noodles and the sauce, toss to combine, and heat through. Serve topped with extra green onion and cilantro.
Notes
Other ground meat options:
Ground chicken or turkey are good substitutes for pork.
Don’t overcook the rice noodles:
Cook noodles until just al dente—check them at about 4 minutes so they retain a slight bite.
Adjust garlic and heat to taste:
Add extra minced garlic or red pepper flakes if you prefer stronger flavor or more spice.
Nutritional information is an estimate and provided as a courtesy.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings: 5 | |
| Amount per serving | |
| Calories | 403 |
| % Daily Value* | |
| Total Fat 3.5g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat 0.5g | 3% |
| Cholesterol 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium 397mg | 17% |
| Total Carbohydrate 75.6g | 27% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.4g | 19% |
| Total Sugars 5.2g | |
| Protein 12.9g | |
| Vitamin D 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium 93mg | 7% |
| Iron 2mg | 12% |
| Potassium 327mg | 7% |
Nutrition
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