Dan Dan Noodles
Indulge in the bold and fiery flavors of authentic Dan Dan Noodles, a classic Sichuan dish that strikes the perfect balance between savory, spicy, and nutty. This dish features tender wheat or egg noodles generously coated in a rich, creamy sauce made from chili oil, Chinese sesame paste, soy sauce, and black vinegar. Topped with crispy stir-fried ground pork, preserved mustard greens, and a fragrant touch of garlic and ginger, each bite offers a delightful depth of umami. The finishing garnishes of green onions and crunchy roasted peanuts provide texture and freshness, making it an irresistible comfort food. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick yet satisfying dinner that brings the flavors of Sichuan cuisine straight to your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Dried wheat noodles or Chinese egg noodles
- 250 grams Ground pork
- 2 tablespoons Peanut oil
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 inch piece Ginger
- 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns
- 4 tablespoons Chili oil
- 3 tablespoons Chinese sesame paste or tahini
- 4 tablespoons Light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dark soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Chinese black vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 stalks Green onions
- 100 grams Preserved mustard greens
- 50 grams Roasted peanuts, chopped
Instructions
Cook the noodles according to the package instructions in a large pot of boiling water. Once cooked, rinse them under cold water and drain well. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of peanut oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the Sichuan peppercorns and stir-fry until fragrant. Remove and discard the peppercorns, leaving the flavored oil in the pan.
Add the ground pork to the same pan, using a spoon to break it up. Cook until browned and crispy. Remove the pork and set it aside.
In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of peanut oil. Sauté the garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Return the pork to the pan, add the chopped preserved mustard greens, and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
In a small bowl, prepare the sauce by mixing the chili oil, sesame paste or tahini, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, Chinese black vinegar, sugar, and salt until well combined.
In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked noodles, sauce, stirred ground pork mixture, and mix until the noodles are thoroughly coated.
Serve the noodles in bowls, garnished with chopped green onions and roasted peanuts. Optionally, drizzle additional chili oil according to taste.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3317 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 165.1 g | 212% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.6 g | 178% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 225 mg | 75% | |
| Sodium | 5963 mg | 259% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 322.3 g | 117% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.9 g | ||
| Protein | 134.0 g | 268% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 344 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 17.2 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 1105 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
