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Dan Dan Noodles

A spicy and savory Sichuan dish featuring noodles topped with ground pork, sesame paste, and chili oil, perfect for a quick meal.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Sichuan
Keyword: dan dan noodles, Sichuan noodles, spicy noodles, comfort food
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 500kcal

Ingredients

  • 200 g Chinese wheat noodles
  • 100 g ground pork
  • 2 tablespoons sesame paste
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chili oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • Peanuts crushed (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the noodles according to package instructions.
  • In a skillet, heat a little oil over medium heat and add the ground pork.
  • Stir-fry the pork until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  • In a bowl, mix sesame paste, soy sauce, chili oil, rice vinegar, and sugar to create the sauce.
  • Drain the cooked noodles and add them to the skillet with the pork.
  • Pour the sauce over the noodles and toss to combine everything evenly.
  • Remove from heat and stir in chopped green onions.
  • Serve the noodles in bowls, topped with crushed peanuts.
  • Garnish with additional green onions if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 500kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 20g | Fiber: 5g