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Medium 40 min~510 kcal 8/10
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Beef Dan Dan Mian
Sichuan wheat noodles coated with beef mince, chili oil, sesame paste, soy sauce, black vinegar, peanuts, and scallions.
Medium⏱️ 45 min📖 1 min readServes 4~520 kcal🇨🇳 Chinese🌍 Full translation
20 min prep 25 min cook
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Timeline
Total 45 min- Prep20 min
- Cooking25 min
Ingredients
4 servings
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For the sauce
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Tahini
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Black vinegar
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Chili oil
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Sichuan pepper
For the topping
- 0.5 cup(~100 ml) Peanuts
- 350 g Wheat noodles
- 300 g Ground beef
- 2 clove Garlic
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Ginger
- 3 sprig Fresh green onions
- 2 Pak choi
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Mix the tahini, soy sauce, black vinegar, chili oil, and crushed Sichuan pepper.
- 2
Saute the ground beef in a pan for 8 minutes, until it absorbs its liquid.
8 min08:00 - 3
Add the garlic, ginger, and salt, then turn for 2 more minutes.
2 min02:00 - 4
Boil the wheat noodles in plenty of water, keeping them firm.
6 min06:00 - 5
Blanch the pak choi in the same water for 1 minute and remove.
1 min01:00 - 6
Divide the sauce among bowls and top with noodles, beef, and pak choi.
- 7
Finish with peanuts and green onions, then serve for mixing at the table.
💡 Tip: Crush the Sichuan pepper just before adding it; as it sits, its volatile aroma fades and its numbing effect weakens.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve dan dan mian in hot bowls with cold cucumber and extra chili oil on the side.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~520
kcal calories
27
g protein
58
g carbs
22
g fat
Protein 20%Carbs 43%Fat 37%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Soy
- Sesame
- Peanut
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Beef Dan Dan Mian make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Beef Dan Dan Mian take?
Prep 20 minutes, cooking 25 minutes; 45 minutes in total.Is Beef Dan Dan Mian difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Beef Dan Dan Mian have?
Approximately 520 kcal per serving. Protein: 27g, carbs: 58g, fat: 22g.Which allergens does Beef Dan Dan Mian contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Soy, Sesame, Peanut. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Beef Dan Dan Mian belong to?
This recipe belongs to Chinese cuisine.How many ingredients does Beef Dan Dan Mian need?
This recipe needs 13 ingredients.
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