Dan Dan Noodles Recipe

Name: Dan Dan Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound frozen fresh wide Chinese egg noodles, thawed; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1/3 cup dry-roasted peanuts; 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon sambal oelek (ground fresh chile paste); 1 teaspoon sugar; 2 garlic cloves; 1 (1/2-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled; 8 ounces lean ground pork; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 3/4 cup thinly diagonally sliced green onions; 1 1/4 cups chopped seeded peeled cucumber; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

1 pound frozen fresh wide Chinese egg noodles, thawed
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/3 cup dry-roasted peanuts
3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon sambal oelek (ground fresh chile paste)
1 teaspoon sugar
2 garlic cloves
1 (1/2-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled
8 ounces lean ground pork
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3/4 cup thinly diagonally sliced green onions
1 1/4 cups chopped seeded peeled cucumber
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

1
Cook noodles in 6 quarts boiling water for 3 minutes. Drain in a colander over a bowl, reserving 3/4 cup cooking liquid. Place noodles in a large bowl.
2
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add peanuts to pan; saute 2 minutes or until fragrant. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Combine peanut mixture, soy sauce, and next 4 ingredients (through ginger) in a mini chopper; process until finely ground.
3
Cook pork and salt in skillet over medium-high heat 8 minutes or until done, stirring to crumble. Add peanut mixture and 3/4 cup cooking liquid to pork; bring to a boil. Cook 1 minute, stirring frequently. Add pork mixture, juice, and onions to noodles; toss well. Place about 1 3/4 cup noodle mixture in each of 4 bowls; top each serving with 5 tablespoons cucumber and 1 tablespoon cilantro.

847

kcal

Calories

Fat

118

Carbs

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.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound frozen fresh wide Chinese egg noodles, thawed, 2 tablespoons canola oil, 1/3 cup dry-roasted peanuts, 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Dan Dan 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 Noodles

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