Spicy Szechuan Dan Dan Noodles with Chili Oil
Dive into the intense flavors of Szechuan with this traditional spicy Dan Dan noodle dish, topped with sizzling chili oil and savory pork.

Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Marinating the Pork
- 1
Combine pork and seasonings
In a bowl, combine ground pork with soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and ground Szechuan peppercorns.
- 2
Marinate
Mix until well incorporated and let marinate for 15 minutes.
Cooking the Noodles
- 1
Boil water
Boil water in a large pot.
- 2
Cook noodles
Cook noodles according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
Tip: ⚠ Important: Do not overcook the noodles as they will become mushy. 💡 Pro Tip: Rinse the noodles in cold water to stop the cooking process.
How to Make Spicy Szechuan Dan Dan Noodles with Chili Oil
Total time: 1 h · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Making Chili Oil
Heat vegetable oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add Szechuan peppercorns and sauté for 2 minutes. Remove from heat, add chili flakes and garlic, let cool, then strain.
- 2
Cooking Pork
In a frying pan, sauté the marinated pork over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
- 3
Preparing Sauce
In a separate bowl, mix sesame paste, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar until smooth.
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