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Spicy Asian Pork Dan Dan Noodles

November 28, 2021
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A thick and spicy chili garlic sauce tossed up with your favorite Asian noodles, all the fresh bites, and the most juicy pork larb: these Spicy Asian Pork Dan Dan Noodles are truly a bite of heaven.
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A thick and spicy chili garlic sauce tossed up with your favorite Asian noodles, all the fresh bites, and the most juicy pork larb: these Spicy Asian Pork Dan Dan Noodles are truly a bite of heaven.

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The other night I was asked what my favorite food was. Now, for someone who practically lives to be in the kitchen, you would think that this would be something that I was prepared to answer. Nonetheless, thinking about it, all I could come up with was tacos, peanut butter, and really any spicy food. Kind of a strange variety, I know. There’s just something about a creative taco that always hits the spot, and peanut butter is obviously one of the best things known to mankind. Besides that, however, I really couldn’t pinpoint any certain food more specific than “spicy foods.” You see, I’m a personal believer that a good bit of spice can elevate already amazing flavors into something out of this world. These Spicy Asian Pork Dan Dan Noodles are the perfect example. You’ve got the garlicky stir fried goodness enhanced with a bit of chili paste and all the cozy flavors. It’s seriously one of my favorite bites.

the breakdown…

This Spicy Asian Pork Dan Dan Noodles may appear to have a lengthy ingredient list, however, it’s actually one of the easiest recipes on my blog. With mostly pantry staple ingredients, tons of room for substitutions and add-ins, and everything made in one skillet, these noodles are the perfect weeknight dinner.

A thick and spicy chili garlic sauce tossed up with your favorite Asian noodles, all the fresh bites, and the most juicy pork larb: these Spicy Asian Pork Dan Dan Noodles are truly a bite of heaven.

To start things off, you have to make that sauce. This is a pretty classic Asian sauce… but of course with a few twists! The first ingredient is garlic. 5 whole cloves that is!! Finely chop (or even mince) it up and it truly acts as a key player for this sauce. Don’t skimp on it, and definitely don’t use the jarred stuff!! Next, mix in some ginger. This is where I allow you to cheat a bit. Yes, fresh ginger IS much better than the powdered stuff. Still, given that these Spicy Asian Pork Dan Dan Noodles are not super ginger forward, I’d say it’s okay to make the substitution if you’re feeling lazy. Then, with a bit of umami flavor from the fish sauce, some tang from the rice wine vinegar, a bit of soy sauce for some salt, and brown sugar for some sweetness, this sauce really begins to come together. And I can’t forget to mention that hoisin… truly my favorite way to make this sauce rich and creamy!

all about that spice!!

Oh, and how could I not talk about that chili paste? Chili paste is a key ingredient here. Sambal Oelek is my personal favorite for this recipe, but Gochujang or any similar variety would also be fine. Plus, you have to throw a little sriracha in there if you have some on hand. If not, just go in with some more chili paste. I just love the variety of flavors! Lastly, stir in some tahini for a bit of thickness and a really interesting flavor. You might be thinking, “isn’t tahini like middle eastern???” Well, yes and no. Tahini is primarily used in middle eastern or mediterranean cooking, but, in the end, it’s just ground up sesame seeds. Sesame seeds are delicious in Asian cooking, so I love the sesame flavor in this sauce too. That being said, if you aren’t keen on the intense bitter flavor, you could substitute it for 1 tbsp cornstarch to still get in that thick texture. 

A thick and spicy chili garlic sauce tossed up with your favorite Asian noodles, all the fresh bites, and the most juicy pork larb: these Spicy Asian Pork Dan Dan Noodles are truly a bite of heaven.

With that sauce ready to go, the next step is to start that “stir fry” situation. I put stir fry in air quotes because these Spicy Asian Pork Dan Dan Noodles aren’t really stir fried since they only use 1 tbsp sesame oil (stir frys usually use a ton of oil!!). Still, with the good juices of sauteed pork caramelized up with onions and carrots, it might as well be thrown into that category. Speaking of which, pork is a vital player here. Actually, the use of the ground meat, or “larb,” is actually what makes these “Dan Dan” noodles. I love a good Dan Dan noodle, as ground meat is just so easy to throw into a quick saute. Plus, you can use just about any meat you would like. Chicken, beef, turkey… they’re all delicious. Just note that if you use a leaner meat you may have to add a bit more oil!

toss it all together!

With that saute and sauce good to go, it’s time to simply throw everything together. Mix that sauce up with your favorite noodle and give everything a big stir. Instead of rice noodles, you can use soba noodles, linguine, spaghetti, or any pasta alternative. Palmini linguine is delicious for a vegetable option. Rice noodles are traditional, though. Whichever noodle you use, get it all coated in that sauce (with the help of some broth) and then throw in all the fresh bits. Herbs are a must — as are the green onions and lime juice. Besides that, though, you really can add as much or as little goodness as you would like. I love roasted broccoli, but mushrooms, spinach, bean sprouts, cabbage, peppers, or any other veggie would also be delicious. Go with what you love!

A thick and spicy chili garlic sauce tossed up with your favorite Asian noodles, all the fresh bites, and the most juicy pork larb: these Spicy Asian Pork Dan Dan Noodles are truly a bite of heaven.

Serve these Spicy Asian Pork Dan Dan Noodles with some more herbs and some chopped peanuts and get to eating! These are seriously one of my favorite quick dinners to make. Sure, the recipe is written on the spice-lover side, but you could totally reduce some of the chili paste to make these more mild and family friendly. Moreover, these noodles are truly one of the most versatile dishes out there. Mix them up with your favorite veggie, protein, spice level… etc. They’re the best!

I hope you love these Spicy Asian Pork Dan Dan Noodles as much as I do! Let me know what you think in the comments below:))

Spicy Asian Pork Dan Dan Noodles
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Spicy Asian Pork Dan Dan Noodles

Recipe by Annie PatrickCourse: Main Course, Lunch, DinnerCuisine: Asian, Thai, FusionDifficulty: Easy
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

15

minutes
Total time

25

minutes

A thick and spicy chili garlic sauce tossed up with your favorite Asian noodles, all the fresh bites, and the most juicy pork larb: these Spicy Asian Pork Dan Dan Noodles are truly a bite of heaven.

Ingredients

  • chili garlic sauce:

  • 5 cloves garlic, finely diced

  • 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger (or 1 tsp ground ginger)

  • 1 tbsp fish sauce

  • 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar

  • 3 tbsp soy sauce

  • 1 tbsp brown sugar

  • 3-4 tbsp chili paste (like Sambal Oelek)

  • 3 tsp sriracha (or additional chili paste)

  • ¼ cup hoisin sauce

  • 1 tbsp tahini*

  • noodles:

  • 12 oz rice or udon noodles*

  • 1 tbsp sesame oil

  • ½ a yellow onion, finely diced

  • ½ cup shredded carrots

  • 1 lb ground pork*

  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable stock

  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro and/or mint, finely diced

  • 4 green onions, finely sliced on an angle

  • 1 lime, juiced

  • Toasted chopped peanuts, to serve

  • Optional add-ins: roasted broccoli, sauteed mushrooms, wilted spinach, or bean sprouts

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, whisk all of the chili garlic sauce ingredients. Set aside.
  • Prepare the rice noodles according to their package. Rinse and drain well.
  • In a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, toss in the onion, carrots, and pork. Saute for 4-5 minutes, breaking the pork up with a spoon.
  • Once the onions are caramelized and the pork is browned, toss in the prepared chili garlic sauce and saute for another minute. Then, mix in the noodles and the chicken broth. Stir fry for another 2-3 minutes, then mix in the cilantro, green onions, lime juice, and any additional add-ins. Remove from heat.
  • Serve the noodles with toasted peanuts and extra herbs, as desired. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Instead of rice or udon noodles, you can use soba noodles, linguine, spaghetti, or any pasta alternative. Palmini linguine is delicious for a vegetable option.
  • Instead of pork, you could also use chicken, beef, or turkey. Just note that if you use a leaner meat you may have to add a bit more oil!
  • I love the tahini, but if you aren’t keen on the intense bitter flavor, you could substitute it for 1 tbsp cornstarch. Really, you just need the tahini for the thick texture.
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