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Tan Tan Noodles

Name: Tan Tan Noodles
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Egg noodles', 'amount': '8 ounces'}; {'ingredient': 'Ground pork', 'amount': '1 pound'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '3 cloves, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Ginger', 'amount': '1 tablespoon, grated'}; {'ingredient': 'Soy sauce', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Chili oil', 'amount': '3 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Sesame paste', 'amount': '3 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Chicken broth', 'amount': '1 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Roasted peanuts', 'amount': '1/2 cup, crushed'}; {'ingredient': 'Cilantro', 'amount': '1/4 cup, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Green onions', 'amount': '1/4 cup, chopped'}

Tan Tan Noodles, also known as Dan Dan Noodles, are a beloved Sichuan dish that delivers a perfect harmony of flavors and textures. With a rich and spicy sauce made from fragrant sesame paste and fiery chili oil, these noodles are topped with savory ground pork, crunchy roasted peanuts, and fresh herbs. This dish is not only satisfying but also tells a story of Chinese culinary tradition, as it originates from the street vendors of Sichuan, who would carry their ingredients on a pole (dan) and serve hot noodles to customers. Get ready to indulge in a bowl of comfort that packs a punch!

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Egg noodles (8 ounces)
Ground pork (1 pound)
Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
Ginger (1 tablespoon, grated)
Soy sauce (2 tablespoons)
Chili oil (3 tablespoons)
Sesame paste (3 tablespoons)
Chicken broth (1 cup)
Roasted peanuts (1/2 cup, crushed)
Cilantro (1/4 cup, chopped)
Green onions (1/4 cup, chopped)

Instructions

Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, cook the ground pork over medium heat until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant.
In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, chili oil, sesame paste, and chicken broth until well combined.
Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet with the cooked pork. Stir well to combine and let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Add the cooked egg noodles to the skillet and toss gently to coat the noodles in the sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the noodles are heated through.
Serve the Tan Tan Noodles in bowls, garnished with chopped green onions, cilantro, and crushed roasted peanuts.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 540 • Fat: 30g • Carbs: 45g • Protein: 25g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 3g

Tan Tan Noodles

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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