Vietnamese Pork and Noodle Bowls

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Whisk peanut butter, water, 1 tbsp fish sauce, 1/2 tsp lime zest, lime juice, oil chile, and garlic together in bowl; set aside

Step 2

Combine shallot, pepper, remaining 1 tsp fish sauce, and remaining 1 tsp lime zest in large bowl. Add pork and gently mix with your hands until thoroughly combined. Pinch off and roll mixture into 6 balls. Gently flatten balls into round disks, about 1/2 inch thick and 3 inches in diameter

Step 3

Heat coconut oil in 12 inch nonstick skillet over medium0high heat until just smoking. Add patties and cook until well browned on first side and crust forms, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip patties, reduce heat to medium and continue to cook until well browned and crust forms on second side, about 5 minutes. Transfer patties to paper towel lined plate.

Step 4

Meanwhile, bring 2 quarts water to boil in large pot. Stir in noodles and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes. Drain noodles well, then divide among individual serving bowls. Top with lettuce, cucumber, and patties. Drizzle with sauce and top with cilantro and mint. Serve