Ep 24. Pork Marsala and Thai Noodles

Jamie Oliver serves up a delicious combination of Italian and Thai flavors with Pork Marsala and Thai Noodles in this episode of Jamie's 15 Minute Meals season 1, episode 24.

First, Jamie shows how to prepare the pork marsala, which involves bashing pork tenderloin with a rolling pin to flatten it out. He then seasons the pork with salt, pepper, and rubs a mixture of dried porcini mushrooms, fennel seeds, and rosemary all over it. He grills the pork in a hot griddle pan for 4 minutes on each side until it's cooked through and has a lovely golden crust. In the same pan, he cooks sliced mushrooms and adds marsala wine to create a rich sauce to serve over the pork.

Next, Jamie moves on to the Thai noodles, which are packed with flavor and take only a few minutes to cook. He starts by cooking egg noodles in a pot of boiling water, and then adds sliced red pepper, sugar snap peas, and a handful of fresh cilantro. For the dressing, he mixes together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, and lime juice, and then adds it to the pan of noodles and veggies. Jamie stirs everything together until the noodles are coated in the creamy, tangy dressing.

To finish the dish, Jamie plates up the pork marsala and tops it with the mushroom sauce. He also adds a sprinkle of sliced scallions and rosemary leaves on top for extra flavor and presentation. For the noodles, he serves them in a large bowl with an additional drizzle of the dressing and a scattering of chopped peanuts.

Throughout the episode, Jamie offers cooking tips and tricks, such as using a rolling pin to flatten meat quickly and evenly, and using high heat to achieve a crispy crust on the pork. He also shows how to make a simple and flavorful dressing for the Thai noodles, which can be customized with different ingredients depending on personal preference.

Overall, Pork Marsala and Thai Noodles is a mouth-watering episode that showcases Jamie's expertise in combining different cuisines and flavors. The dishes are easy to make and perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.