In today’s fast-paced world, finding time to prepare a wholesome meal can be a challenge. Quick and easy family dinners are a saving grace, and this Instant Pot pork ramen stir fry ticks all the right boxes. It’s a one-pot wonder that streamlines the cooking process without compromising on taste or nutrition.
The Instant Pot has revolutionized home cooking, and this recipe takes full advantage of its time-saving capabilities. By combining the convenience of an Instant Pot with the delectable flavors of pork and ramen, you’ll have a hearty stir fry ready in a fraction of the time it would take using traditional cooking methods.Stir fry dishes have long been cherished for their versatility, and this pork ramen stir fry is no exception. With the option to customize the vegetables and experiment with different proteins, you can adapt this recipe to suit your family’s taste preferences and dietary needs.
Easy Instant Pot Pork Ramen Stir Fry Recipe
Equipment
- Instant Pot
- slotted spoon
- Wooden or plastic spoon for stirring
- cutting board
- Chef's knife or kitchen knife
- Measuring spoons
- measuring cups
- Ladle for serving
- Bowls for serving individual portions
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Sesame oil
- 1 pound Boneless pork loin, cut into thin strips
- 3 cups Water
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 3 ounce Pork-flavored instant ramen noodles
- 1 piece Head broccoli, cut into florets
- 1 piece Red bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 3 piece Green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
Instructions
- Select the Sauté function on a multi-functional electric pressure cooker, such as an Instant Pot®
- Heat sesame oil in the pot.
- Add the boneless pork loin strips to the pot and sauté until they are browned on the edges, which should take about 5 minutes.
- Push the Cancel button to end the Sauté function. Remove the pork from the pot using a slotted spoon, leaving the sesame oil in the pot, and set the pork aside.
- Add 3 cups of water, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and the seasoning packs from the 4 packages of pork-flavored instant ramen noodles to the pot.
- Stir the ingredients with a wooden or plastic spoon, scraping the bottom of the pot to loosen any browned bits.
- Break the noodles from the ramen packages in half and add them to the pot. Make sure the noodles are evenly submerged in the liquid, but do not stir them.
- Return the sautéed pork to the pot, placing the pork strips on top of the noodles without stirring.
- Close and lock the lid of the Instant Pot. Select high pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions and set the timer for 1 minute. Allow about 10 minutes for the pressure to build.
- Once the cooking time is complete, release the pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, which should take about 5 minutes.
- Unlock and remove the lid of the Instant Pot.
- Add the cut broccoli florets and sliced red bell pepper to the pot and stir until any noodles that were stuck together have broken up.
- Place the lid back over the pot, askew, and let the dish sit until the vegetables are crisp-tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed into the noodles, which should take about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Finally, ladle the stir fry into individual bowls and sprinkle with green onions before serving.
