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Dandan mian (dandan noodles)

Sichuan noodles served in a small amount of broth, topped with a spicy, peppery sauce made with sesame and minced pork. An iconic street food, both fiery, aromatic and inviting.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Garniture

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil in a pan and fry the minced garlic and ginger for a minute.
  2. Add the minced pork, break it up and brown it for 5 to 6 minutes until cooked through.
  3. In each bowl, mix the sesame paste, soy sauce, vinegar, mala sauce, Sichuan pepper and sugar.
  4. Cook the noodles in a large pot of boiling water, then drain them, reserving a little of the cooking water.
  5. Heat the broth and add two spoonfuls of the cooking water to the sauce bowls to loosen them.
  6. Divide the noodles among the bowls, pour in a little broth, then add the pork and coriander.
  7. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, mix well and enjoy.

Variations and tips

Drier version. Reduce the broth to a few spoonfuls and toss the noodles directly with the sauce for a more concentrated flavour.

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