North Iowa has many pork producers, but look for the ones selling locally; you’ll be pleasantly surprised at the improved flavor and quality. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select ingredients to find them nearby or stop by your local farmer’s market.
Mix pork, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, and cumin in a medium bowl. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add pork mixture; season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring and breaking up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, 8-10 minutes
Add broth and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 8-10 minutes. Add greens, scallions, soy sauce, and fish sauce and cook, stirring occasionally, until greens are tender, about 5-8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper
Cook noodles according to package directions; drain
Divide noodles among bowls and ladle soup over. Serve