Spicy Glass Noodles with Crispy Pork Yum Woon Sen
Indulge in the bold, vibrant flavors of Spicy Glass Noodles with Crispy Pork (Yum Woon Sen), a classic Thai dish that perfectly balances savory, tangy, and spicy elements. This recipe features chewy glass noodles tossed with golden, crispy ground pork, fresh herbs like cilantro and mint, and juicy cherry tomatoes for a burst of freshness. A zesty dressing made with fish sauce, lime juice, palm sugar, and fiery red chili peppers ties it all together, delivering authentic Thai flavors in every bite. Topped with crunchy roasted peanuts, this quick and easy dish—ready in just 35 minutes—is perfect as a refreshing main course or a crowd-pleasing side. Bold, aromatic, and loaded with texture, Yum Woon Sen is a must-try for fans of spicy noodle recipes and Southeast Asian cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams glass noodles (bean thread noodles)
- 300 grams ground pork
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 3 pieces red chili peppers, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons fish sauce
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 1.5 tablespoons palm sugar (or brown sugar)
- 10 pieces cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
- 1 liter water
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Soak the glass noodles in warm water for 10 minutes or until softened. Drain and set aside.
In a large pot, bring 1 liter of water to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and cook the softened noodles for about 2-3 minutes until tender but still chewy. Drain immediately, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
Heat a wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan.
Add the minced garlic to the wok and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Increase the heat to high and add the ground pork. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the pork is golden brown and crispy, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Remove from the heat and set the pork aside.
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the fish sauce, lime juice, palm sugar, and chopped chili peppers until the sugar dissolves.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked glass noodles, crispy pork, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and mint leaves.
Pour the dressing over the noodle mixture and toss well until everything is evenly coated.
Transfer the noodles to a serving plate and garnish with roasted peanuts and additional mint or cilantro if desired.
Serve the Yum Woon Sen immediately as a refreshing, spicy main dish or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
420 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.5 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 1529 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.0 g | ||
| Protein | 18.6 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 103 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 642 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
