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Medium 40 min~510 kcal 8/10
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Sesame Dan Dan Noodles
Born on the streets of Chengdu in Sichuan, dan dan noodles are a classic ma-la (tongue-tingling spicy) bowl in which a balanced emulsion of sesame paste, Chinkiang vinegar, garlic, and chili oil coats wheat noodles.
Medium⏱️ 27 min📖 1 min readServes 4~560 kcal🇨🇳 Chinese🌍 Full translation
15 min prep 12 min cook
- #High Protein
- #Under 30 min
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Timeline
Total 27 min- Prep15 min
- Cooking12 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 400 g Wheat noodles
- 300 g Ground beef
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Sesame paste
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Chili oil
- 0.3 cup(~60 ml) Peanuts
- 3 sprig Scallions
- 3 clove Garlic
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Chinkiang black vinegar
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Ground Sichuan pepper
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Ya cai or zha cai, optional
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Boil the noodles in salted boiling water according to the package time, 4-5 minutes, reserving 1 ladle of cooking water before draining.
5 min05:00 - 2
Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a pan, fry the ground meat with ya cai for 5 minutes until crumbly, drizzle with a little soy sauce, and remove from the heat.
5 min05:00 - 3
Put crushed garlic, sesame paste, soy sauce, Chinkiang vinegar, ground Sichuan pepper, sugar, and chili oil in the serving bowl, then whisk with 2 tablespoons noodle water until smooth and emulsified.
- 4
Place the drained noodles over the sauce and mound the ground meat mixture in the center.
- 5
Sprinkle with peanuts and scallions, then turn the bottom sauce upward on the plate before serving so the ma-la balance is even in every bite.
💡 Tip: Add 1-2 tablespoons noodle water before mixing the sesame paste with soy sauce and vinegar, this creates a smooth emulsion instead of a grainy sauce.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot and mix each plate from the bottom upward at the table so the chili oil and sesame layers coat the noodles evenly.
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Nutrition (per serving)
⚠️ Estimated, 54% match~560
kcal calories
26
g protein
62
g carbs
24
g fat
Protein 18%Carbs 44%Fat 38%
GI 35 · Low GIGL 22 · High GLEstimated, 54% match
1.9g
Sugar
1.5g
Fiber
1253mg
Sodium
7g
Saturated fat
⚠️ Nutrition data match is limited for this recipe (54%); values are estimates.
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.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
7/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
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 Sesame Dan Dan Noodles make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Sesame Dan Dan Noodles take?
Prep 15 minutes, cooking 12 minutes; 27 minutes in total.Is Sesame Dan Dan Noodles difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Sesame Dan Dan Noodles have?
Approximately 560 kcal per serving. Protein: 26g, carbs: 62g, fat: 24g.Which allergens does Sesame Dan Dan Noodles contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Soy, Sesame, Peanut. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Sesame Dan Dan Noodles belong to?
This recipe belongs to Chinese cuisine.How many ingredients does Sesame Dan Dan Noodles need?
This recipe needs 13 ingredients.Is Sesame Dan Dan Noodles filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 7/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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