Description
Addictive Dan Dan Noodles are a flavorful fusion of savory and spicy that will awaken your taste buds. This beloved Sichuan dish features tender noodles enveloped in a rich, nutty sauce, complemented by the heat of chili oil and the comforting embrace of ground pork. Perfect for any occasion, these noodles promise to deliver an explosion of joy in every bite.
Ingredients
- Chinese wheat noodles
- Ground pork (or substitute with ground chicken/turkey)
- Garlic
- Sichuan peppercorns
- Tahini
- Chili oil
- Low-sodium soy sauce
- Rice vinegar
Instructions
- Cook the Noodles: Bring salted water to a boil, add Chinese wheat noodles, and cook until al dente. Drain and toss with oil.
- Prepare the Pork: In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground pork until browned and crispy, about 5 minutes.
- Introduce Aromatics: Add minced garlic and Sichuan peppercorns to the skillet; stir-fry until fragrant (about 2 minutes), then remove from heat.
- Whisk Together Sauce: In a bowl, mix tahini, soy sauce, chili oil, and rice vinegar; whisk until smooth.
- Combine Everything: Toss cooked noodles into the skillet with pork mixture and sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve Up Your Creation: Plate and garnish with green onions and crushed peanuts; drizzle with extra chili oil if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling and Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Sichuan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg