Dan Dan Mein By Sy Recipe

Name: Dan Dan Mein By Sy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup small shrimp (fully cooked); 1/4 cup preserved vegetables (small package) (optional); 3 tablespoons dry roasted pistachio nuts (after removing the shells) or 3 tablespoons dry roasted peanuts (after removing the shells); 2 scallions (cleaned and chopped); 1 tablespoon sesame seeds; 1 tablespoon oil; 1 cup chicken stock; 4 cups chicken stock (optional); 16 ounces yellow noodles (4 servings fully cooked or other noodles); 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce; 1 tablespoon light soy sauce; 1 tablespoon red rice vinegar; 2 tablespoons sesame paste (Tahini paste); 1/8 teaspoon chili oil (optional); 2 tablespoons sesame oil; 1/4 tablespoon granulated sugar

Servings: persons

1/2 cup small shrimp (fully cooked)
1/4 cup preserved vegetables (small package) (optional)
3 tablespoons dry roasted pistachio nuts (after removing the shells) or 3 tablespoons dry roasted peanuts (after removing the shells)
2 scallions (cleaned and chopped)
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 tablespoon oil
1 cup chicken stock
4 cups chicken stock (optional)
16 ounces yellow noodles (4 servings fully cooked or other noodles)
2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
1 tablespoon red rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sesame paste (Tahini paste)
1/8 teaspoon chili oil (optional)
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1/4 tablespoon granulated sugar

1
PREPARATION.
2
Rinse the chili and spices off the preserved vegetables, cut into small pieces, put in a cup and into a microwave for 30-45 seconds, set aside.
3
Toast the sesame seeds in a pan with a little oil, set aside.
4
DAN DAN MEIN SAUCE.
5
In a bowl add the dark and light soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame paste, chili oil (optional), sesame oil, granulated sugar, sesame seeds, use a whisk for a smooth sauce, set aside.
6
Bring 1 cup of chicken stock to a low simmer, optional add 4 more cups of chicken stock if you are going to serve Dan Dan Mein with a bowl of hot broth.
7
In a separate pot add 1 cup of the heated stock and 2 cup of water, bring to a boil, add the already cooked noodles and let cook for about 1-2 minutes, then remove the noodles to a colander and run under cold water to stop the cooking, set aside.
8
DIRECTIONS.
9
Place the cooled noodles in 4 individual bowls.
10
Add in the center, some of the chopped scallions and pistachio/peanut nuts.
11
Add the Dan Dan Mein Sauce around the inside perimeter of the bowls.
12
Add some of the preserved vegetables and shrimp around the inside perimeter of the bowls as well.
13
Serve with a bowl of hot broth on the side (optional).
14
Guests can toss the noodles and ingredients in their individual bowl and enjoy!
15
NOTE: A second version, is to put the noodles in a bowl and add hot broth, Dan Dan Mein soy sauce paste, ground pork (instead of shrimp) and other spices for a more soupy dish. A good substitute for the Dan Dan Mein soy sauce paste, is to use a jar of Sichuan Spicy Noodle Sauce which can be found in Asian food stores.

1185

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

121

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup small shrimp (fully cooked), 1/4 cup preserved vegetables (small package) (optional), 3 tablespoons dry roasted pistachio nuts (after removing the shells) or 3 tablespoons dry roasted peanuts (after removing the shells), 2 scallions (cleaned and chopped), and more.

Yes, Dan Dan Mein By Sy falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Dan Dan Mein By Sy

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