Szechuan Spicy Noodles With Carrot-Cucumber Relish

Name: Szechuan Spicy Noodles With Carrot-Cucumber Relish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Relish:; 1 cup shredded seeded peeled cucumber; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup shredded carrot; 1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1/2 teaspoon dark sesame oil; Noodles:; 8 ounces udon noodles (thick, round fresh Japanese wheat noodles); 1/2 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth; 1/4 cup natural-style peanut butter (such as Smucker's); 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon chile paste with garlic (such as sambal oelek); Cooking spray; 1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions; 1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger; 6 ounces ground pork; 2 garlic cloves, minced

Servings: persons

Relish:
1 cup shredded seeded peeled cucumber
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup shredded carrot
1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon dark sesame oil
Noodles:
8 ounces udon noodles (thick, round fresh Japanese wheat noodles)
1/2 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup natural-style peanut butter (such as Smucker's)
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon chile paste with garlic (such as sambal oelek)
Cooking spray
1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
6 ounces ground pork
2 garlic cloves, minced

1
To prepare relish, place cucumber in a colander; sprinkle with salt. Toss well. Drain 1 hour. Place cucumber on several layers of paper towels; cover with additional paper towels. Let stand 5 minutes, pressing down occasionally. Combine cucumber, carrot, vinegar, sugar, and oil in a medium bowl; stir until well blended. Cover and chill 1 hour.
2
To prepare noodles, cook noodles according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain and set aside.
3
Combine broth, peanut butter, soy sauce, and chile paste in a small bowl; stir well with a whisk. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat; coat pan with cooking spray. Add onions, ginger, and pork to pan; saute 5 minutes or until pork loses its pink color. Add garlic to pan; saute 30 seconds. Pour broth mixture into pan; bring to a simmer, and cook 1 minute or until slightly thickened. Pour pork mixture over noodles; toss well. Serve with relish.

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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: Relish:, 1 cup shredded seeded peeled cucumber, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1 cup shredded carrot, and more.

Yes, Szechuan Spicy Noodles With Carrot-Cucumber Relish 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!