Taiwanese-inspired · noodle soup

Crispy Pork Chop Noodle Soup

A crisp panko pork cutlet sits beside a light ginger broth filled with noodles and scallions.

Total time40 min
Hands-on30 min
Cleanupmedium
Serves4
normalFamily-friendlydairy-freenut-free
Crispy fried pork chop served with a bowl of clear noodle soup
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Cook

Make dinner

  1. 01

    Bring broth and ginger to a simmer for 10 minutes. Season with 1 tablespoon soy sauce and keep warm.

  2. 02

    Season the pork and coat in flour, egg, then panko. Fry in oil until golden and 145°F, 3 to 4 minutes per side; drain.

  3. 03

    Cook the noodles according to package directions and divide among four bowls. Ladle over the hot broth.

  4. 04

    Slice the pork chops and serve beside or over the soup with scallions.

Make it work

Useful swaps

  • Use gluten-free flour, crumbs, noodles, and tamari if needed.
  • Chicken cutlets work; cook to 165°F.

Why this is a good weeknight call

The ingredient list stays focused, and the recipe has a clear stopping point instead of extra optional projects.