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Dan Dan Noodles: A Spicy and Savory Sichuan Delicacy

Dan Dan Noodles is a famous Sichuan street food that has gained popularity worldwide for its spicy and savory flavor. The dish consists of egg noodles served with a spicy Sichuan sauce made with chili oil, Sichuan peppercorns, minced meat, and scallions. The dish is named after the carrying pole (dan dan) that street vendors used to carry the noodles and the sauce in separate containers.

Here is a basic recipe for making Dan Dan Noodles:

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz fresh egg noodles
  • 4 oz ground pork
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 3 tablespoons Sichuan preserved vegetable (zha cai), finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Chinese black vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
  • 1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns, toasted and ground
  • 1/4 cup chili oil
  • 1/2 cup chicken stock
  • 2 stalks scallions, thinly sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions, then drain and rinse them in cold water.
  2. In a wok or large skillet, heat up 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the ground pork and stir-fry until it’s browned and cooked through.
  4. Add the garlic, ginger, and Sichuan preserved vegetable, and stir-fry for another minute.
  5. Add the soy sauce, Chinese black vinegar, Shaoxing wine, and ground Sichuan peppercorns, and stir to combine.
  6. Add the chili oil and chicken stock, and stir until everything is well mixed.
  7. Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for a few minutes until it thickens.
  8. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Divide the cooked noodles into serving bowls.
  10. Pour the sauce over the noodles, and garnish with sliced scallions.

Dan Dan Noodles are best enjoyed hot and fresh, so make sure to serve them immediately after making. If you want to tone down the spiciness of the dish, you can reduce the amount of chili oil and Sichuan peppercorns. Dan Dan Noodles are a must-try dish for anyone who loves spicy and savory Chinese cuisine!

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