These Sichuan-style Dan Dan Noodles are fiery, nutty, and packed with umami—a bold dish that’ll have you slurping every last bite! Ready in 20 minutes, with a creamy sesame-peanut sauce and crispy pork topping.
✨ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Restaurant-quality at home – Authentic Sichuan flavors
✅ Quick & easy – Faster than takeout
✅ Customizable heat – Adjust the spice to your taste
✅ Meal-prep friendly – Sauce keeps for days
π Ingredients (Serves 2-3)
For the Noodles
8 oz fresh wheat noodles (or spaghetti/udon)
1 tbsp sesame oil (to prevent sticking)
For the Pork Topping
1/2 lb ground pork (or turkey/mushrooms for veg)
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
1 tsp ginger, minced
1 tsp Sichuan peppercorns, crushed (optional, for mΓ‘lΓ tingle)
For the Sauce
3 tbsp sesame paste (or peanut butter)
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp black vinegar (or rice vinegar + 1/2 tsp sugar)
1 tbsp chili oil (adjust to taste)
1 tsp sugar
1/2 cup noodle cooking water
Toppings
Sliced scallions
Crushed peanuts
Blanched greens (bok choy/spinach)