Sichuan cuisine, originating in the Sichuan province of China, is known for its distinct bold flavors, achieved through the use of a variety of spices and a generous amount of chili peppers. Among the many iconic dishes from this culinary tradition, the "spicy Sichuan noodles" stand out as a favorite for those who enjoy a fiery and flavorful meal. These noodles, often made with chewy wheat noodles and tossed in a spicy sauce, offer an explosion of flavors in every bite. Let's delve into the world of spicy Sichuan noodles and explore the different variations and techniques that make this dish so irresistible.
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SPICY SICHUAN NOODLES
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
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
SPICY SICHUAN NOODLES WITH GROUND PORK
For this recipe, we prefer fresh Chinese noodles with a width between linguine and fettuccine. If you are using Asian sesame paste that has a pourable rather than spreadable consistency, use only 1 cup of chicken broth. Don't hesitate over this dish because of the list of ingredients. Just follow the all-important basic drill which streamlines all Chinese recipes. They always have several clusters of ingredients. You mix each of them together and end up with maybe three or four little bowls that will come together in literally minutes. First, read through the recipe. Then gather all the ingredients in one place. Mix together the different elements. Finally, when you are ready, cook. From The Best of America's Test Kitchen 2009: The Year's Best Recipes, Equipment Reviews, and Tastings (America's Test Kitchen, Brookline, MA, 2008). Copyright 2008 by the Editors at America's Test Kitchen.
Provided by Vic Sams
Categories Asian
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Bring 6 quarts water to a boil in a large stockpot for the noodles.
- Meanwhile, toss the pork with 1 tablespoon of the soy sauce, rice wine, and a pinch of pepper to combine and set aside. In a separate bowl, whisk the remaining 2 tablespoons soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame paste, vinegar, and a pinch of pepper together until smooth, then whisk in the broth; set aside.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a 12-inch skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the pork mixture and cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until the pork is in small, well-browned bits, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic, ginger, and pepper flakes and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in the broth mixture, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer over medium-low heat and cook until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Off the heat, stir in the sesame oil; cover and set aside.
- While the sauce simmers, stir the noodles into the boiling water and cook, stirring constantly, until the noodles are tender, about 4 minutes for fresh noodles or 10 minutes for dried linguine. Drain the noodles, divide them among individual bowls, then ladle a portion of the sauce over the top. Sprinkle with the scallions, the bean sprouts and ground Szechuan peppercorns, if using, and serve.
DAN DAN MIAN (SPICY SICHUAN NOODLES)
Steps:
- Combine pork 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce and salt in small bowl and mix well. Heat wok or skillet until hot. Add oil and deep fry pork stirring with spatula to break it into small pieces. When crispy and dry about 4 minutes remove with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Pour off oil leaving 2 tablespoons i wok. Reheat wok and add garlic ginger and green onions and stir fry 30 seconds, Then add sesame paste 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce chili oil salt and chicken stock andd simmer 4 minutes. Cook fresh noodles in large pan of boiling water 2 minutes. Drain noodles well in colander then divide among bowls. Ladle on sauce garnish with fried pork and sischuan peppercorns and serve at once
Tips and Conclusion
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- If you don't have Sichuan peppercorns, you can substitute regular black peppercorns.
- Be careful not to overcook the noodles, or they will become mushy.
- Serve the noodles immediately, garnished with cilantro and sesame seeds.
- If you like a spicy noodle, you can add more chili oil or chili flakes to taste.
Conclusion:
Spicy Sichuan noodles are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. The noodles are coated in a flavorful sauce made with Sichuan peppercorns, chili oil, and garlic. The dish is also garnished with cilantro and sesame seeds for extra flavor. If you are looking for a spicy and satisfying meal, this recipe is definitely worth trying.
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