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Dan Dan Noodles

Irresistible Dan Dan Noodles: Your Quick Spicy Fix

Experience the addictive blend of spicy chili oil, nutty sesame, and savory meat with Dan Dan Noodles—a quick and customizable dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Sichuan
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 8 ounces Fresh Noodles Substitute with spaghetti if unavailable.
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil Essential for sautéing meat and aromatics.
  • ½ pound Ground Pork Replace with ground chicken or beef if desired.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Minced.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Contributes depth and umami.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Paste or Peanut Butter For a nutty flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Oil Adjust based on spice preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Balances flavors.
  • 1 tablespoon Sichuan Peppercorns Or to taste.
For the Toppings
  • 2 Green Onions Chopped, for garnish.
  • Fresh Vegetables e.g., bok choy or sliced cucumbers.
  • Chopped Peanuts For garnish.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Directions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fresh noodles according to package instructions, usually around 3–5 minutes. Drain and rinse briefly under cold water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add ground pork and cook for 5–7 minutes until browned, breaking it into small pieces.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Lower the heat and pour in soy sauce, sesame paste, chili oil, and rice vinegar. Stir well and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  5. Carefully add the cooked noodles to the skillet, tossing gently to coat them in the sauce.
  6. Add Sichuan peppercorns to taste and remove from heat. Serve the noodles in bowls.
  7. Top with green onions, fresh vegetables, and crushed peanuts for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust spice level and ingredients to your taste. Allow the dish to sit for a few minutes before serving for better flavor meld.

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