Szechuan Dan Dan Noodles

EdsGirlAngie's Note:

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.

• Total Time: 20 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 1/2 lb dried Chinese egg noodles (in a pinch, linguine will work)
• 1/2 tablespoon dark sesame oil
• 2 teaspoons peanut oil

The sauce

• 1 tablespoon sesame seed, toasted,plus
• 1 teaspoon sesame seed, toasted
• 1/2 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon shredded fresh gingerroot
• 1 teaspoon szechuan chili paste
• 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar or 1 comparable sweetish rice vinegar
• 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce or 2 tablespoons tamari soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 3 tablespoons minced green onions, some green tops included
• 4 teaspoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions:

1. Cook the noodles until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water; drain again and toss with the sesame oil and peanut oil.
2. Combine the sauce ingredients and correct seasoning, adding more heat if you wish.
3. Toss with the noodles and garnish with green onion and cilantro.
4. This is traditionally served cold or at room temperature.

Reviews

[TeresaS]

I gave this a 5 * while DH gave it a 3*. I loved all the flavors including the vinegar. I did decrease the vinegar during step #2 and did a taste test and added the rest of the vinegar for the tartness. I love hot and spicy dishes and this didn't disappoint me. DH was surprised that it was cold and not hot. I think that's what disappointed him the most. I should have warned him a head of time. I did use wide rice noodles because that is what I had in the cupboard, so I was on a hunt to use them up when I found this recipe. Thanks for posting. :)

[Erineight]

Really yummy and REALLY easy to make! Might try adding chicken to it next time. Reminds me of pad thai

[Scrapbook Lori]

We had this tonight - it was really good!!! We did not have chili paste, so my husband used chili powder in place of it. The flavors were very good. Thank you for sharing!