Dan Dan Noodles (担担面)

Dan Dan Noodles (担担面)

A real-deal dan dan noodle recipe that stays true to the authentic Sichuan flavor. This post covers all the key ingredients and includes a super rich and balanced sauce to recreate the classic dish that tastes like China.

Ingredients

  • chinese sesame paste)

    (or unsweetened natural peanut butter

    ⅓ c
  • light soy sauce)

    (or soy sauce

    ⅓ c
  • chinkiang vinegar
    ¼ c
  • garlic

    , finely minced

    4 cloves
  • green onion

    , finely minced

    2
  • honey)

    (or agave syrup

    2 tbsp
  • sichuan peppercorns)

    , toasted and grounded (*footnote 2

    ½ tsp
  • peanut oil)

    (or vegetable oil

    1 tbsp
  • ground pork
    1 lb
  • minced ginger
    1 tbsp
  • green onions

    , chopped

    2
  • fermented black beans

    , rinsed and chopped

    1 ½ tbsp
  • sui mi ya cai)

    (sichuan preserved mustard greens

    ½ c
  • shaoxing wine)

    (or dry sherry

    2 tbsp
  • sugar
    ½ tsp
  • roasted peanuts

    , crushed

    ⅓ c
  • dan dan noodles)

    (or thin wheat noodles

    14 oz
  • batch leafy green vegetables)

    , roughly chopped (spinach, choy sum, baby bok choy etc.

    1 small
  • homemade chili oil)
    , to taste (*footnote 1

Directions

Prepare sauce

  1. 1

    Whisk the sesame paste and light soy sauce together in a bowl until fully incorporated. Add the Chinkiang vinegar. Continue stirring until mixed. Then mix in the garlic, green onion, honey, and Sichuan peppercorns.

Prepare the pork topping

  1. 1

    Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the pork. Cook and stir until the surface is lightly browned.

  2. 2

    Turn to medium heat. Add the ginger, green onion, fermented black beans, Sui Mi Ya Cai, cooking wine, and sugar. Cook and chop the pork into small pieces, until all the liquid has evaporated and the pork turns a dark brown color. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.

Prepare the noodles

  1. 1

    Cook the noodles according to instructions.

  2. 2

    Briefly blanch the leafy green vegetables, drain, and set aside.

To assemble the noodle bowls

  1. 1

    For each noodle bowl, add 1/4 cup of noodle sauce. Add the chili oil according to your taste. Add some noodles, then top with a few spoonfuls of the cooked pork and green veggies. Garnish with peanut crumbles and chopped green onion. Sprinkle with a pinch of toasted ground Sichuan peppercorn, if you like the numbing taste.

  2. 2

    Serve hot or cold.

Dan Dan Noodles (担担面)

Dan Dan Noodles (担担面)

636 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving the complex, spicy, and savory flavors of authentic Dan Dan Noodles (担担面)? This recipe brings the heart of Sichuan street food to your kitchen, complete with a rich, balanced sauce that truly tastes like it's from China.

What truly sets this Dan Dan Noodle recipe apart is its dedication to authentic Sichuan flavor, incorporating essential ingredients like sichuan peppercorns for their signature numbing sensation and sui mi ya cai (Sichuan preserved mustard greens) for an irresistible umami depth. The expertly balanced sauce, featuring Chinese sesame paste and Chinkiang vinegar, ensures every bite is a perfect harmony of tastes.

Prepare for a delightful appetizer that offers a symphony of tastes and textures. You'll experience the chewiness of thin wheat noodles coated in a luxurious, spicy, and nutty sauce, complemented by savory ground pork, crunchy roasted peanuts, and vibrant leafy greens. Each serving delivers a robust 636 calories, making it a satisfying start to any meal.

Customization & Variations

Adapt this Dan Dan Noodles recipe to your pantry or dietary preferences with ease. Don't have Chinese sesame paste on hand? Unsweetened natural peanut butter makes a fantastic alternative. You can also swap honey for agave syrup, or use dry sherry if Shaoxing wine isn't available. Feel free to experiment with different leafy green vegetables like spinach, choy sum, or baby bok choy.

This vibrant dish is perfect as a flavorful appetizer for any occasion, offering a bold introduction to a meal. Serve garnished with plenty of crushed roasted peanuts, fresh chopped green onions, and a generous drizzle of homemade chili oil to taste, enhancing both its visual appeal and fiery kick.

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