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Few dishes capture the fiery, complex soul of Sichuan cuisine like dan dan noodles. This iconic street food dish\u2014named for the carrying poles (dan dan) street vendors once used to transport their wares\u2014is a masterclass in balance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Springy wheat noodles are tossed in a rich, aromatic sauce that brings together chili oil, sesame paste, soy, and the signature numbing tingle of Sichuan peppercorns. Topped with savory, crisp-edged ground pork, crushed peanuts, and fresh scallions, each bite delivers a symphony of flavors: spicy, numbing, savory, nutty, and slightly sweet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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While it looks like a complex restaurant dish, dan dan noodles come together quickly with a few key ingredients and techniques. Make it for a weeknight dinner, and you’ll understand why it’s one of China’s most beloved noodle dishes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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For the Dan Dan Noodles:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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12 oz (340g) fresh or dried Chinese wheat noodles (or ramen noodles)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine or dry sherry<\/li>\n\n\n\n
2 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 teaspoon ginger, grated<\/li>\n\n\n\n
2 tablespoons Chinese ya cai (preserved mustard greens), optional<\/li>\n\n\n\n
3 green onions, thinly sliced (white and green parts separated)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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For the Sauce (per serving, multiply as needed):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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2 tablespoons Chinese sesame paste or tahini<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 tablespoon soy sauce<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 tablespoon Chinese black vinegar or rice vinegar<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 tablespoon chili oil (plus extra for drizzling)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns, toasted and ground<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 teaspoon sugar<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 clove garlic, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n
2-3 tablespoons hot water (to thin)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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For Garnish:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\u00bc cup crushed roasted peanuts<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fresh cilantro leaves<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Extra chili oil and Sichuan peppercorn powder<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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1. Prepare the Sauce Base:<\/strong> In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame paste, soy sauce, black vinegar, chili oil, ground Sichuan peppercorns, sugar, and minced garlic. Slowly add hot water, whisking until the sauce reaches a smooth, pourable consistency. Set aside. The sauce can be prepared in individual serving bowls or in a large batch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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2. Cook the Pork Topping:<\/strong> Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, for 3 to 4 minutes until browned and crispy. Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and the Shaoxing wine, stirring to combine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Add the garlic, ginger, and ya cai (if using). Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant and the pork is caramelized. Remove from heat and stir in the white parts of the green onions. Set aside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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3. Cook the Noodles:<\/strong> Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about \u00bd cup of the noodle cooking water before draining.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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4. Assemble the Dan Dan Noodles:<\/strong> If making individual servings, divide the sauce among bowls. Add a splash of hot noodle water to each bowl and stir to warm the sauce. Add the cooked noodles, tossing to coat in the sauce. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Top with the ground pork mixture, crushed peanuts, green onion tops, and fresh cilantro. Drizzle with extra chili oil and a sprinkle of ground Sichuan peppercorns if desired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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5. Serve Immediately:<\/strong> Serve the dan dan noodles immediately while hot, tossing to combine all the ingredients before eating. The noodles are best enjoyed fresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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This Dan Dan Noodles recipe captures the bold, complex flavors of Sichuan street food\u2014spicy, numbing, savory, and utterly addictive.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
A iconic Sichuan street food dish featuring springy noodles bathed in a fiery, aromatic sauce of chili oil, sesame paste, and Sichuan peppercorns, topped with savory ground pork and crisp scallions. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2495,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[991,1707,1705,1704,1708,1706],"class_list":["post-2440","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-quick_meals","tag-chinese-noodles","tag-dan-dan-mian","tag-dan-dan-noodles","tag-sichuan-noodles","tag-sichuan-peppercorn-noodles","tag-spicy-noodles"],"yoast_head":"\n
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