Spicy Sichuan Stir-Fried Noodles with Peanuts

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A fiery and aromatic Sichuan-style stir-fried noodle dish featuring crunchy peanuts and a savory chili bean sauce. This chinese-inspired pasta ready in about 20 minutes pairs dry wheat noodles, vegetable oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Chinese cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add 200g dry wheat noodles and cook for 4-5 minutes until just tender but still firm, then drain and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp minced ginger, and 1 tsp toasted crushed Sichuan peppercorns, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp doubanjiang and cook for another 1 minute until the oil turns a deep red and the paste is aromatic.
  4. Step 4: Add 1/4 cup water, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sugar, stirring to combine and bringing the sauce to a simmer.
  5. Step 5: Toss in the drained noodles and 1/4 cup roughly chopped roasted peanuts, stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until the noodles are evenly coated and heated through.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced scallions before serving immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Spicy Sichuan Stir-Fried Noodles with Peanuts take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Spicy Sichuan Stir-Fried Noodles with Peanuts?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep dry wheat noodles from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Sichuan Stir-Fried Noodles with Peanuts?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Spicy Sichuan Stir-Fried Noodles with Peanuts for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Spicy Sichuan Stir-Fried Noodles with Peanuts?

Chinese pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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