DAN DAN MEIN (SPICY SZECHUAN NOODLES)
There are two versions of the origin of this name. "Dan Dan" is onomatopoetic for "clap clap" and supposedly refers to the noise made by street vendors in Szechuan as they hawk this tasty snack. Dandan are wooden buckets, one on each end of a pole carried across the shoulders, from which vendors sell Dan Dan Mein in the streets of Chengdu. This recipe is adapted from Mrs Chiang's Szechuan Cookbook. It calls for Szechuan peppercorns, called "huajiao" ("flower pepper") in Chinese, and these are what give Szechuan food its distinctive taste. They can be found in Chinese specialty groceries. Do not substitute with black peppercorns, cayenne pepper or red chili peppers. Furthermore, do not substitute Middle Eastern tahini paste for the rich Chinese toasted sesame paste. The two are not interchangeable, although peanut butter is an acceptable alternative in this recipe. For the hot chili oil, use a commercial brand, mince any good dried red chilies, or make you own as follows.
Provided by Daydream
Categories Japanese
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Crush the garlic cloves with the side of a cleaver, then peel and chop coarsely.
- Peel the ginger, then dice finely.
- Place the garlic and ginger into a mortar, add salt, then pulverize with a pestle.
- Add the water to the mashed garlic and ginger mixture, stir until well combined, and set aside.
- Chop the green onions very finely, then measure – you will need 4 tablespoons in total.
- In each of four small bowls, place 1 tablespoon of the garlic-ginger-water mixture, 1 tablespoon of chopped green onions, 2 teaspoons hot chili oil, 1/8 teaspoon ground roasted Szechuan peppercorns, 4 teaspoons Asian roasted sesame paste, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and ½ teaspoon sugar, and mix well.
- Bring a large pot of water to a rapid boil and cook the noodles according to the directions on the package, until al dente (fresh Chinese noodles usually take from 5 to 10 minutes – don’t overcook).
- Drain, and divide the steaming hot noodles between four plates.
- Each person individually mixes his sauce ingredients together with his noodles.
- For the chili oil: Heat the oil until it is just beginning to smoke.
- Remove from heat, add the hot red pepper flakes, and stir.
- The mixture will foam, and will smell very strong!
- It can be kept for months under refrigeration.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 753, Fat 48.6, SaturatedFat 7.3, Sodium 1444.6, Carbohydrate 72.6, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 2.5, Protein 11.7
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Ranjha Sami
[email protected]This Dan Dan Mein was delicious! The sauce was flavorful and the noodles were cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.
brenda arrieta
[email protected]I'm so glad I tried this Dan Dan Mein recipe. The sauce was incredible and the noodles were perfectly cooked. I'll definitely be making this again.
Anus Khan
[email protected]This Dan Dan Mein was a hit with my family! The sauce was flavorful and the noodles were cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.
Jerry Simpson
[email protected]I was really impressed with this Dan Dan Mein. The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the noodles were cooked perfectly. I especially loved the crispy peanuts and scallions.
Maxamad Suleman
[email protected]This Dan Dan Mein was a great way to spice up my weeknight dinner routine. The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
precious Likomba
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes, and this Dan Dan Mein definitely fit the bill. The sauce was unique and flavorful, and the noodles were perfectly cooked. I'll definitely be making this again.
nomansadiq
[email protected]I love Dan Dan Mein, and this recipe did not disappoint. The sauce was flavorful and the noodles were cooked perfectly. I especially loved the crispy peanuts and scallions.
Raul M. (Borgnet)
[email protected]This Dan Dan Mein was so easy to make! The recipe was clear and concise, and I didn't have any trouble finding the ingredients. The dish turned out great, and I'll definitely be making it again.
Monira Akter
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of spicy food, but I'm so glad I did! The sauce was actually really mild, and the noodles were delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Anamul Mia
[email protected]I'm a big fan of spicy food, and this Dan Dan Mein definitely delivered. The sauce was nice and spicy, but not too hot. The noodles were also really good, and I loved the crunchy peanuts and vegetables.
Prince Farhan
[email protected]This Dan Dan Mein was so good! The sauce was rich and creamy, and the noodles were perfectly cooked. I especially loved the crispy peanuts and scallions.
Vuyolwethu Solanga
[email protected]I've tried a lot of Dan Dan Mein recipes, but this one is by far the best. The sauce is incredibly flavorful and the noodles are cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.
free fire king
[email protected]I made this Dan Dan Mein for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I got so many compliments. The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out perfectly.
shami Kek
[email protected]This recipe was a bit more challenging than I expected, but it was worth the effort. The Dan Dan Mein turned out great, and I was really impressed with how authentic it tasted. I'll definitely be making this again.
Amemeka Rubben Kwame
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of spicy food, but this Dan Dan Mein was the exception. The sauce had a nice kick, but it wasn't overpowering. The noodles were also really good, and I loved the crunchy peanuts and vegetables.
Ise son of muallim
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the Dan Dan Mein turned out amazing! The sauce was particularly delicious, with the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy. The noodles were also cooked perfectly, with a nice chewy texture.
Kashif Sahu
[email protected]This Dan Dan Mein recipe was an absolute hit! The flavors were bold and spicy, just the way I like it. The noodles were cooked perfectly and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.