Spicy Szechuan Dan Dan Noodles (四川担担面)

四川担担面 (Spicy Szechuan Dan Dan Noodles) is a classic dish from Hunan Cuisine known for its bold and spicy flavors. This noodle dish is a popular street food in China and is loved for its fiery kick and savory taste.

Spicy Szechuan Dan Dan Noodles (四川担担面)

Ingredients

  • 8 oz fresh Chinese wheat noodles
  • 1/4 cup Szechuan peppercorns
  • 1/2 cup ground pork
  • 2 tbsp chili oil
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp black vinegar
  • 2 tbsp creamy peanut butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped

Instructions

  1. Boil the noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a dry pan, toast the Szechuan peppercorns over medium heat until fragrant, then grind them into a fine powder.
  3. In the same pan, brown the ground pork until cooked through.
  4. Combine the chili oil, soy sauce, black vinegar, peanut butter, and garlic in a bowl to make the sauce.
  5. Divide the noodles into serving bowls, top with the ground pork, and pour the sauce over the noodles.
  6. Garnish with green onions and chopped peanuts before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
400 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
15g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Saucepan Frying pan Bowls

Tools

Grinder Chopping board Knife

Serving suggestions

Serve the Spicy Szechuan Dan Dan Noodles with a side of pickled vegetables for a refreshing contrast to the spicy flavors.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick, sprinkle additional Szechuan peppercorn powder on top before serving.

Cost

$10