Smoky Chipotle Dan Dan Noodles

Smoky Chipotle Dan Dan Noodles - A Spicy Delight!
Looking for a spicy and smoky noodle dish that will tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than our Smoky Chipotle Dan Dan Noodles recipe! This dish is a perfect blend of spicy and smoky flavors, with a rich and creamy sauce that will leave you wanting more.

Ingredients (serves 4):

- 8 oz. dried Chinese egg noodles
- 1/2 lb. ground pork
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp. hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp. rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp. sesame oil
- 1 tbsp. vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp. grated ginger
- 2 tbsp. chopped scallions
- 2 tbsp. chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
- 1 tbsp. chipotle chili powder
- 1 tsp. Sichuan peppercorns
- 1/4 cup chicken broth

Cooking Tips:

- Use a wok or large skillet to cook the pork and sauce.
- Cook the noodles according to package instructions and rinse with cold water to prevent sticking.
- Adjust the amount of chipotle chili powder to your desired level of spiciness.

Cooking Process:

1. Cook the noodles according to package instructions and set aside.
2. In a wok or large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.
3. Add the garlic, ginger, scallions, and cilantro to the wok and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, chipotle chili powder, and Sichuan peppercorns.
5. Pour the sauce into the wok and stir to combine with the pork and vegetables. Add the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
6. Add the cooked noodles to the wok and toss to coat with the sauce.
7. Serve the Smoky Chipotle Dan Dan Noodles hot, garnished with chopped peanuts and additional cilantro.
Appearance and Taste:
The Smoky Chipotle Dan Dan Noodles are a beautiful blend of smoky and spicy flavors, with a rich and creamy sauce that coats the noodles perfectly. The dish has a beautiful reddish-brown color and is garnished with chopped peanuts and cilantro, adding a nice crunch and freshness to the dish. The noodles are soft and chewy, while the pork is tender and flavorful. The dish has a nice kick of heat from the chipotle chili powder, which is balanced out by the sweetness of the hoisin sauce and the tanginess of the rice vinegar.
Type of Dish: Spicy Noodles
Main Ingredients: Pork, Noodles, Chipotle Chili Powder