Sweet and Spicy Pork and Napa Cabbage Stir-Fry with Spicy Noodles

Ingredients

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• 1 pound ground pork
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• 1 egg
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• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
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• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
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• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
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• ¼ teaspoon monosodium glutamate (MSG) (Optional)
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• 1 teaspoon salt
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• 2 green onions, chopped and divided
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• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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• 1 head napa cabbage, cored and cut into chunks
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• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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• 2 cups water, or as needed
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• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
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• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
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Instructions

1. 1
   Mix the ground pork, egg, cornstarch, 2 teaspoons of sesame oil, ginger, monosodium glutamate, salt, and half of the chopped green onions together in a bowl. Use your hands to mix until the ingredients are evenly distributed. Set aside.
2. 2
   Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. When the oil is hot, fry the napa cabbage, stirring constantly, until cabbage begins to wilt, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in the chicken broth, water, and soy sauce. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to medium.
3. 3
   Use a spoon to form the meat mixture into 1 inch balls. Drop them into the boiling soup. When the last ball has been added, cover with a lid and simmer for 10 minutes. Taste, and adjust salt before serving. Garnish with remaining green onions and a drizzle of sesame oil.