Dan-Dan Mein (Szechuan Sesame Sauce Noodles) Recipe

Name: Dan-Dan Mein (Szechuan Sesame Sauce Noodles)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Ginger-Garlic Water (use 1-2 Tbsp); 1/4 cup minced garlic; 2 tablespoons minced ginger; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/3 cup water; Red Pepper Flakes in Oil (use 2 tsp); 1/4 cup cooking oil; 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes; Other toppings; chinese sesame seed paste or tahini, 1-2 tbsp per serving; chopped scallion (1 tbsp per serving); black vinegar (1/2 tsp per serving); soy sauce (to taste); sugar (to taste); chopped peanuts (optional); shredded cucumber (recommended); szechuan peppercorns, dry-roasted in a skillet, then ground with a mortar and pestle. 1 generous tbsp. per serving; fresh white wheat noodles, cooked 2 -4 minutes in rapidly boiling water until al dente

Servings: persons

Ginger-Garlic Water (use 1-2 Tbsp)
1/4 cup minced garlic
2 tablespoons minced ginger
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup water
Red Pepper Flakes in Oil (use 2 tsp)
1/4 cup cooking oil
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
Other toppings
chinese sesame seed paste or tahini, 1-2 tbsp per serving
chopped scallion (1 tbsp per serving)
black vinegar (1/2 tsp per serving)
soy sauce (to taste)
sugar (to taste)
chopped peanuts (optional)
shredded cucumber (recommended)
szechuan peppercorns, dry-roasted in a skillet, then ground with a mortar and pestle. 1 generous tbsp. per serving
fresh white wheat noodles, cooked 2 -4 minutes in rapidly boiling water until al dente

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["Make the ginger-garlic water.", "Fry the Red-Pepper flakes in oil. This creates smoke if done in a frying pan, so cover it up or else do it with less oil in the microwave. Just buy the pre-made pepper flakes in oil at the Chinese supermarket to save a step.", "Chinese sesame paste (ji ma jiang) or Middle-Eastern tahini sauce is normally used. Peanut butter may be substituted if you can't find sesame paste. It's not the same, but it'll do.", "Pre-ground Szechuan peppercorns *might* be available at the Chinese supermarket. I haven't looked for it because I make it myself. It's called ""Hua jiao fen"". The peppercorns are called ""Hua jiao"".", "Each person can assemble their own noodles using the below toppings. A mound of shredded cucumbers makes it even more delicious.", "1 serving noodles.", "1-2 tbsp Ginger-Garlic Water.", "2 tsp chili flake oil.", "2 tbsp sesame paste.", "1 tbsp scallions.", "1 big pinch roasted Szechuan peppercorn powder.", "Add soy sauce, 1/2 tsp black rice vinegar, and sugar to taste. Add one tbsp shredded Szechuan preserved vegetables or a mound of cucumbers. The Szechuan vegetables is the authentic way --.", "Bon appetit or ""Duo chi""."]

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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.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Ginger-Garlic Water (use 1-2 Tbsp), 1/4 cup minced garlic, 2 tablespoons minced ginger, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Dan-Dan Mein (Szechuan Sesame Sauce Noodles) falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

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Dan-Dan Mein (Szechuan Sesame Sauce Noodles)

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