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 dont 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
HOT AND SPICY SZECHUAN NOODLES (DAN DAN MIAN)
This recipe, from "Authentic Recipes from China", is just sensational! While I wouldn't classify it as hot, just gently warm, we didn't add any extra chili oil just because the flavours as written were so perfect. You know you're onto a winner when DH eats a portion for 3 people!
Provided by currybunny
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat a wok over low heat and dry-fry the Szechuan peppercorns for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the peanut oil and cook over low heat for 10 minutes to infuse it with the flavour of the peppercorns.
- Cool, then strain the oil into a saucepan, discarding the peppercorns.
- Add the chicken stock, preserved radish, soy sauce, black vinegar, garlic, sesame oil, chili oil and white pepper to the peppercorn oil in the saucepan.
- Keep warm over medium heat.
- Meanwhile, either soak udon noodles for a few minutes in hot water, drain and add to stock mixture, or cook wheat noodles for 2 minutes in boiling water, drain and add to mixture.
- Heat the extra oil in wok over high heat and stir fry the pork til brown and crispy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Divide noodle/broth mixture into four soup bowls, top with the pork and garnish with spring onion.
- Eat, slurp and make appreciative noises at will!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 692.2, Fat 22.9, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 44.5, Sodium 3309.2, Carbohydrate 91.6, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 2.6, Protein 27.9
SPICY SZECHUAN NOODLES (DAN DAN MIAN)
Make and share this Spicy Szechuan Noodles (Dan Dan Mian) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by kathiejacgmail.com
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Combine meat mixture ingredients in small bowl.
- Work together well and let rest while preparing other ingredients.
- Whisk together sauce ingredients except broth until smooth.
- Add broth and whisk well.
- Boil 4 quarts of water.
- Heat 12 inch skillet over high heat until hot, about 2 minutes.
- Add peanut oil and swirl.
- Add meat mixture and cook, breaking up into small pieces until pork is well browned, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in ginger, garlic and red pepper flakes, cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add sauce mixture; whisk to combine and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to medium low and simmer while noodles are cooking.
- Just before serving stir in sesame oil.
- Drain noodles; divide into individual bowls, top with sauce.
- Sprinkle with scallions and bean sprouts as desired while eating.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 362.7, Fat 27.6, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 40.9, Sodium 1345, Carbohydrate 11.3, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 4.5, Protein 18.8
DAN-DAN MEIN (SZECHUAN SESAME SAUCE NOODLES)
This is a popular noodle served as fast meal or snack in China, Taiwan, and Southeast Asia. It's a mix-it yourself dish good for parties and potlucks. It originated in Szechuan province and is distinguished by the rich sesame or peanut butter sauce with ginger, garlic, and Szechuan peppercorn powder. Szechuan peppercorns make your tongue tingle in a way that's not fiery but still exciting.
Provided by SpiceBunny
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Make the ginger-garlic water.
- Fry the Red-Pepper flakes in oil. This creates smoke if done in a frying pan, so cover it up or else do it with less oil in the microwave. Just buy the pre-made pepper flakes in oil at the Chinese supermarket to save a step.
- Chinese sesame paste (ji ma jiang) or Middle-Eastern tahini sauce is normally used. Peanut butter may be substituted if you can't find sesame paste. It's not the same, but it'll do.
- Pre-ground Szechuan peppercorns *might* be available at the Chinese supermarket. I haven't looked for it because I make it myself. It's called "Hua jiao fen". The peppercorns are called "Hua jiao".
- Each person can assemble their own noodles using the below toppings. A mound of shredded cucumbers makes it even more delicious.
- 1 serving noodles.
- 1-2 tbsp Ginger-Garlic Water.
- 2 tsp chili flake oil.
- 2 tbsp sesame paste.
- 1 tbsp scallions.
- 1 big pinch roasted Szechuan peppercorn powder.
- Add soy sauce, 1/2 tsp black rice vinegar, and sugar to taste. Add one tbsp shredded Szechuan preserved vegetables or a mound of cucumbers. The Szechuan vegetables is the authentic way --.
- Bon appetit or "Duo chi".
Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.8, Fat 13.9, SaturatedFat 1.8, Sodium 584.2, Carbohydrate 4.1, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.3, Protein 0.8
SZECHUAN DAN DAN NOODLES
I love Asian noodle dishes, especially the spicy ones! This one's just hot enough; add more heat if you like. I also like the flavor of both the sesame oil and sesame seeds in this dish, and I toast the seeds until they're nearly brown. This makes a nice and quick side dish for dinner, or a tasty light lunch.
Provided by EdsGirlAngie
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook the noodles until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water; drain again and toss with the sesame oil and peanut oil.
- Combine the sauce ingredients and correct seasoning, adding more heat if you wish.
- Toss with the noodles and garnish with green onion and cilantro.
- This is traditionally served cold or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.6, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 47.9, Sodium 516.8, Carbohydrate 43.1, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 1.8, Protein 9.7
SZECHUAN DAN DAN NOODLES
Another recipe from the RSVP section of an April 1981 Bon Appetit. It's from the Yenching Palace Restaurant in Washington, D.C.
Provided by Leslie in Texas
Categories Szechuan
Time 33m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine first 8 ingredients in small bowl, add water if thinner consistency is desired.
- Cook noodles in boiling water until tender but still firm, checking frequently to avoid overcooking.
- Drain and transfer to serving bowl.
- Add spinach/watercress and sauce; toss lightly and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 494.8, Fat 34.9, SaturatedFat 5.2, Sodium 745.1, Carbohydrate 39.1, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 2.5, Protein 10.9
SZECHUAN DAN DAN NOODLES RECIPE - FOOD.COM
I love Asian noodle dishes, especially the spicy ones! This one's just hot enough; add more heat if you like. I also like the flavor of both the sesame oil and sesame seeds in this dish, and I toast the seeds until they're nearly brown. This makes a nice and quick side dish for dinner, or a tasty light lunch.
Provided by @MakeItYours
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook the noodles until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water; drain again and toss with the sesame oil and peanut oil.
- Combine the sauce ingredients and correct seasoning, adding more heat if you wish.
- Toss with the noodles and garnish with green onion and cilantro.
- This is traditionally served cold or at room temperature.
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