Pork & Rice Noodle Soup

Name: Pork & Rice Noodle Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 6 h 30 min
Total time: 6 h 45 min
Yield: 8 servings (3 quarts).
Cuisine: Asian Recipes, Asian Soups
Ingredients: 1-1/2 pounds boneless country-style pork ribs, cut into 1-inch cubes; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot; 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth; 2 cans (13.66 ounces each) coconut milk; 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce; 4 ounces uncooked thin rice noodles; 2 cups frozen pepper strips, thawed; 1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained; 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro; 2 tablespoons lime juice

My husband and I are crazy over the Korean noodle bowls at our favorite restaurant. I created this recipe to enjoy the same flavors in a quick and easy meal. You can find rice noodles in the Asian section of the grocery store.—Lisa Renshaw, Kansas City, Missouri

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds boneless country-style pork ribs, cut into 1-inch cubes
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cans (13.66 ounces each) coconut milk
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
4 ounces uncooked thin rice noodles
2 cups frozen pepper strips, thawed
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice

Directions

In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first six ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until meat is tender.
Add rice noodles, pepper strips and water chestnuts; cook 30-35 minutes longer or until noodles are tender. If desired, skim soup. Just before serving, stir in cilantro and lime juice.