Description
Dan Dan Noodles are a bold and flavorful Sichuan street food dish with a creamy sesame sauce, heat from chili oil, and a tingle from Sichuan peppercorns. This quick and satisfying recipe is perfect for those who enjoy spicy and savory meals.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons sesame paste or peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon chili oil (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons crushed Sichuan peppercorns
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- 8 oz Chinese wheat noodles (or preferred noodles)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup roasted peanuts or sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Make the Sauce: Whisk together sesame paste, soy sauces, vinegar, chili oil, sugar, Sichuan peppercorns, garlic, and ginger in a bowl until smooth.
- Cook the Noodles: Boil the noodles as directed on the package, then drain and rinse them with cold water.
- Heat the Oil: In a pan, heat the vegetable oil and prepare any additional toppings if desired.
- Toss and Mix: Mix the noodles with the sauce in a large bowl until well coated.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with green onions and peanuts or sesame seeds, then serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust the chili oil and Sichuan peppercorns for the desired spice level.
- Substitute soba, rice noodles, or even spaghetti if Chinese noodles are unavailable.
- For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter instead of sesame or peanut butter.
- For added texture, toss in blanched greens or shredded carrots.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days in a sealed container.
- Reheat by adding a little water to loosen the sauce if it has thickened.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
