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Spicy Dan Dan Noodles Recipe Easy Homemade with Ground Pork

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A quick and easy spicy Dan Dan noodles recipe featuring ground pork and a creamy, nutty, and spicy sauce that delivers authentic Sichuan flavors in about 25 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces lean ground pork
  • 8 ounces Chinese wheat noodles (fresh or dried; spaghetti can be used as substitute)
  • 3 tablespoons sesame paste or tahini
  • 2 tablespoons chili oil (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon toasted and ground Sichuan peppercorns
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Chinese black vinegar (or balsamic vinegar as substitute)
  • 1 teaspoon peanut butter (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup toasted peanuts, roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Toast and grind Sichuan peppercorns: Heat a dry skillet over medium heat, add Sichuan peppercorns, and toast for 2-3 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently. Crush to a coarse powder using a mortar and pestle or spice grinder. Set aside.
  2. Cook noodles: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente (4-6 minutes fresh, 8-10 minutes dried). Drain and rinse under cold water. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon sesame oil and toss to prevent sticking. Set aside.
  3. Prepare sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine sesame paste, chili oil, soy sauce, black vinegar, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and 1 teaspoon warm water. Stir until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. Cook ground pork: Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground pork, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes. Season lightly with salt and stir in half the ground Sichuan peppercorns.
  5. Combine noodles and sauce: Place cooked noodles in a large bowl. Pour sauce over noodles and toss thoroughly to coat.
  6. Assemble dish: Divide noodles into serving bowls. Top with cooked ground pork, remaining ground Sichuan peppercorns, chopped green onions, and toasted peanuts. Optionally drizzle extra chili oil.

Notes

Toast Sichuan peppercorns fresh for best flavor. Use sesame paste rather than tahini for authentic texture. Avoid overcooking noodles to keep them al dente. Adjust chili oil to control spice level. Store noodles and pork separately to avoid sogginess. Sauce can be made ahead and stored up to a week.

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Keywords: Dan Dan noodles, spicy noodles, Sichuan recipe, ground pork noodles, easy dinner, Chinese noodles, chili oil noodles

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