Best 5 Sichuan Szechuan Cold Noodle Recipes

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Sichuan cold noodle, also known as Liang Mian in Chinese, is a refreshing and flavorful noodle dish that originated in the Sichuan province of China. This dish consists of long, thin noodles served in a spicy and tangy sauce made with a variety of ingredients, including chili oil, sesame paste, vinegar, and garlic. The noodles are typically topped with various vegetables, such as cucumber, carrot, and cilantro, as well as crushed peanuts and crispy fried soybeans. Sichuan cold noodle is a popular street food in China and is often enjoyed during the hot summer months. This article will provide you with a step-by-step guide to making this delicious dish at home, including a detailed recipe and helpful tips for achieving the perfect balance of flavors.

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SZECHUAN COLD NOODLES



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Szechuan style cold noodle salad

Provided by Elaine

Categories     staple

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 serving egg noodles or Alkaline noodles
1/2 English cucumber ( ,peeled and shredded (You can use bean sprout too))
1/2 tbsp. sesame oil
3 tsp. sugar
2 tsp. vinegar
1/2 tbsp. sesame paste
a small pinch of salt
1 tbsp. light soy sauce
1 tbsp. Szechuan style chili oil + a slightly more for drizzling ( ,or as needed)
1 garlic cloves ( ,smashed and finely chopped)
chopped scallion for garnishing
smashed toasted peanuts for garnishing

Steps:

  • Set up a steamer with enough water and bring to a boiling.
  • Spread noodles on a steamer and then steam for 4-5 minutes. Then add a small pinch of salt in the water and then transfer the noodles in the water. Heat until the water boils again.
  • Transfer out and add 1/2 tablespoon f oil immediately (This will help to avoid the noodles being sticky with each other). Stir to mix well. Use chopsticks to stir the noodles up repeatedly to help the noodles cool down quickly. In hot days, you can even resort to an electric fan.
  • Cook the noodles according to the instruction on the package. I recommend you only cook the noodles about until 80% cooked.
  • When the noodles are completely cooled down, add shredded cucumber and all the other seasonings. Mix well and serve cold.
  • Drizzle some chili oil on top, garnish green onion and roasted peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 5 g, Sodium 416 mg, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SZECHUAN NOODLES



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Make and share this Szechuan Noodles recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

6 garlic cloves, chopped
1/4 cup fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup tahini (sesame paste)
1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
1/2 cup good soy sauce
1/4 cup dry sherry
1/4 cup sherry wine vinegar (or try 1/8 balsamic vinegar,1/8 red wine vinegar)
1/4 cup honey
1/2 teaspoon hot chili oil
2 tablespoons dark sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 lb spaghetti
1 red bell pepper, julienned
1 yellow bell pepper, julienned
5 scallions, sliced diagonally (white and green parts)

Steps:

  • Place the garlic and ginger in a food processor fitted with a steel blade.
  • Add the vegetable oil, tahini, peanut butter, soy sauce, sherry, sherry vinegar, honey, chili oil, sesame oil, and ground peppers.
  • Puree the sauce.
  • Add a splash of oil to a large pot of boiling salted water and cook the spaghetti until just done, not soft.
  • Drain the pasta in a colander, place it in a large bowl, and while still warm, toss with 3/4 of the sauce.
  • Add the red and yellow bell peppers and scallions; toss well.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.
  • The remaining sauce may be added, as needed, to moisten the pasta.
  • Enjoy!

SPICY SICHUAN NOODLES



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This recipe for spicy peanut noodles is adapted from Ken Hom, the chef and cookbook author best known for his BBC television show "Ken Hom's Chinese Cookery." It is incredibly easy to put together on a weeknight, yet loaded with complex flavors and textures.

Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     dinner, one pot, main course

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns
1/2 pound ground pork
3 tablespoons dark soy sauce
Salt to taste
1 cup peanut oil
3 tablespoons chopped garlic
2 tablespoons finely chopped peeled fresh ginger
5 tablespoons finely chopped scallions
2 tablespoons sesame paste or smooth peanut butter
2 tablespoons chili oil
1 cup chicken stock
12 ounces fresh or dry Chinese egg noodles (or spaghetti noodles)

Steps:

  • Heat a wok or heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the peppercorns and stir-fry for about 5 minutes until they brown slightly and start to smoke. Remove them from the heat and allow them to cool, then grind them. Set aside.
  • Combine the pork, 1 tablespoon of the soy sauce and 1 teaspoon of the salt and mix well. Heat a wok or skillet, add the oil and when the oil is hot, deep-fry the pork, stirring it with a spatula to break up the pieces. When the pork is crispy, about four minutes, remove it with a slotted spoon and drain it on paper towels.
  • Pour off all but two tablespoons of the oil. Put a pot containing 3 to 4 quarts of water on the stove and bring to a boil.
  • Reheat the wok with the remaining oil and stir-fry the garlic, ginger and scallions for 30 seconds, then add the sesame paste, the remaining soy sauce and salt, the chili oil and chicken stock. Simmer for four minutes. Return the pork to the pan and stir.
  • Cook the noodles in the boiling water two minutes if they are fresh, five minutes if they are dried (if using spaghetti, cook according to package directions). Drain in a colander. Transfer them to a serving bowl or individual bowls. Ladle on the sauce and top with the fried pork mixture. Sprinkle with the ground Sichuan peppercorns and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1109, UnsaturatedFat 61 grams, Carbohydrate 69 grams, Fat 82 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 27 grams, SaturatedFat 16 grams, Sodium 799 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SICHUAN (SZECHUAN) COLD NOODLE



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Sichuan (Szechuan) cold noodle is one of the most famous Sichuan street foods. What I mean by street food is that you can get it almost anywhere in Sichuan--even a small food stand on the side of the street. It is actually simple to make, and the ingredients are easy to find. It is definitely a quick, easy meal, though you might want to watch out for the garlic. This noodle dish is better served right away. It does not taste as good if you leave it overnight and take it for lunch.

Provided by Tao,RN

Categories     Chinese Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pinch kosher salt
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
2 teaspoons red chile oil
1 teaspoon Szechuan peppercorn oil
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
½ teaspoon sesame oil
1 cup soybean sprouts
1 cup Chinese noodles (La mian)
1 teaspoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Combine garlic and kosher salt together in a small bowl or mortar. Grind the garlic mixture with a wide spoon or pestle until paste is formed.
  • Combine garlic paste, soy sauce, red chile oil, peppercorn oil, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in a small bowl; stir until sauce is well mixed.
  • Fill a bowl with cold water. Bring a pot of water to a boil; stir in bean sprouts. Cook and stir until softened slightly, about 2 minutes; drain. Submerge bean sprouts in the cold water until cool. Transfer to a serving bowl.
  • Bring water to a boil in a pot; stir in noodles. Cook and stir until noodles are softened, about 3 minutes; drain. Submerge noodles in the cold water until cool. Transfer noodles to a bowl; mix in vegetable oil. Place noodles on top of the bean sprouts. Pour sauce onto noodles; mix until thoroughly combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 716 calories, Carbohydrate 90.1 g, Fat 33.4 g, Fiber 14.4 g, Protein 36.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 1330.7 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

SICHUAN (SZECHUAN) COLD NOODLE



Sichuan (Szechuan) Cold Noodle image

Sichuan (Szechuan) cold noodle is one of the most famous Sichuan street foods. What I mean by street food is that you can get it almost anywhere in Sichuan--even a small food stand on the side of the street. It is actually simple to make, and the ingredients are easy to find. It is definitely a quick, easy meal, though you might want to watch out for the garlic. This noodle dish is better served right away. It does not taste as good if you leave it overnight and take it for lunch.

Provided by Tao,RN

Categories     Chinese Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pinch kosher salt
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
2 teaspoons red chile oil
1 teaspoon Szechuan peppercorn oil
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
½ teaspoon sesame oil
1 cup soybean sprouts
1 cup Chinese noodles (La mian)
1 teaspoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Combine garlic and kosher salt together in a small bowl or mortar. Grind the garlic mixture with a wide spoon or pestle until paste is formed.
  • Combine garlic paste, soy sauce, red chile oil, peppercorn oil, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in a small bowl; stir until sauce is well mixed.
  • Fill a bowl with cold water. Bring a pot of water to a boil; stir in bean sprouts. Cook and stir until softened slightly, about 2 minutes; drain. Submerge bean sprouts in the cold water until cool. Transfer to a serving bowl.
  • Bring water to a boil in a pot; stir in noodles. Cook and stir until noodles are softened, about 3 minutes; drain. Submerge noodles in the cold water until cool. Transfer noodles to a bowl; mix in vegetable oil. Place noodles on top of the bean sprouts. Pour sauce onto noodles; mix until thoroughly combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 716 calories, Carbohydrate 90.1 g, Fat 33.4 g, Fiber 14.4 g, Protein 36.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 1330.7 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

Tips:

  • To make the noodles more flavorful, rinse them in cold water before cooking.
  • When cooking the noodles, add a little bit of salt to the water. This will help to prevent the noodles from sticking together.
  • Once the noodles are cooked, rinse them in cold water again. This will help to stop the cooking process and make the noodles more refreshing.
  • When making the sauce, be sure to use a good quality sesame paste. This will give the sauce a rich and nutty flavor.
  • If you don't have sesame paste, you can use tahini instead. However, tahini has a stronger flavor than sesame paste, so you may want to use less of it.
  • To make the sauce more spicy, add a little bit of chili oil or chili paste. You can also add some chopped fresh chili peppers.
  • Serve the noodles immediately after they are tossed with the sauce. This will prevent the noodles from becoming soggy.

Conclusion:

Sichuan cold noodles are a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a hot summer day. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Sichuan cold noodles a try.

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