Ingredients
Creating Szechuan Spicy Noodles at home is easier than you might think. Hereโs a comprehensive list of ingredients youโll need:
- Noodles: 8 oz of fresh or dried noodles (such as wheat, rice, or egg noodles)
- Szechuan Peppercorns: 1 tablespoon, toasted and ground
- Dried Red Chilies: 6-8 (adjust based on spice preference)
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
- Ginger: 1-inch piece, minced
- Green Onions: 2, finely chopped
- Soy Sauce: 2 tablespoons
- Dark Soy Sauce: 1 tablespoon
- Black Vinegar: 1 tablespoon
- Sesame Oil: 1 tablespoon
- Vegetable Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Chicken or Vegetable Broth: 1/2 cup
- Sugar: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: to taste
- Optional Proteins: Cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu
- Optional Vegetables: Bell peppers, snow peas, or bok choy
Instructions
Follow these detailed steps to create your own Szechuan Spicy Noodles:
- Prepare the Noodles:
Cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse under cold water to stop further cooking. Set aside. - Toast the Szechuan Peppercorns:
Heat a dry pan over medium heat and add the Szechuan peppercorns. Toast them until they are fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat, let them cool, and grind them into a coarse powder. - Make the Sauce:
In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, black vinegar, sugar, and salt. Mix well and set aside. - Cook the Aromatics:
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the dried red chilies, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic. - Combine with Noodles:
Add the cooked noodles to the pan, followed by the sauce mixture. Toss everything together to coat the noodles evenly. - Add Broth and Seasonings:
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and the ground Szechuan peppercorns. Stir well to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes, letting the noodles absorb the flavors. - Incorporate Optional Ingredients:
If using optional proteins or vegetables, add them at this stage. Stir-fry until they are cooked through and well incorporated with the noodles. - Finish with Sesame Oil and Green Onions:
Drizzle the sesame oil over the noodles and sprinkle with chopped green onions. Give the noodles a final toss. - Serve:
Transfer the Szechuan Spicy Noodles to a serving dish. Garnish with additional green onions or toasted sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one normal portion
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Protein: 12g