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Dan Dan Noodles

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This Dan Dan Noodles recipe offers a savory, spicy, and slightly tangy dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a special occasion. Originating from Sichuan cuisine, these noodles are known for their rich, flavorful sauce made from a blend of soy sauce, sesame paste, and chili oil, combined with minced pork and preserved vegetables. This dish delivers a delightful balance of tastes and textures that will leave you craving more.

Appliances and Special Utensils

Ingredients

  • 8 oz (225 g) fresh or dried wheat noodles
  • 1/2 lb (225 g) ground pork
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, minced
  • 1/4 cup preserved mustard greens (optional)
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp Chinese sesame paste (or tahini)
  • 1 tbsp black vinegar
  • 1 tbsp chili oil (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Sichuan peppercorns, ground
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
  • Crushed peanuts, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook Noodles: Bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. Prepare Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, Chinese sesame paste, black vinegar, chili oil, sugar, ground Sichuan peppercorns, and chicken broth. Mix well until smooth and set aside.

  3. Cook Pork: Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

  4. Add Aromatics: Add minced garlic and ginger to the pork. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. If using preserved mustard greens, stir them in now and cook for another 2 minutes.

  5. Combine Sauce and Pork: Pour the prepared sauce into the wok with the pork mixture. Stir to combine and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce is heated through.

  6. Toss Noodles: Add the cooked noodles to the wok. Use tongs to toss the noodles in the sauce until they are evenly coated and heated through, about 2-3 minutes.

  7. Serve: Divide the noodles among serving bowls. Garnish with chopped green onions, fresh cilantro, and crushed peanuts if desired. Enjoy your flavorful Dan Dan Noodles!

This Dan Dan Noodles recipe delivers a scrumptious and authentic taste of Sichuan cuisine, perfect for any noodle lover.