Stir-Fried Spicy Dan Dan Noodles with Ground Pork and Sichuan Pepper

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-28 · Updated 2026-04-28

A bold noodle dish featuring chewy wheat noodles tossed in a spicy, numbing sauce with ground pork, garlic, and toasted sesame for a classic Sichuan flavor. This Chinese recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs fresh wheat noodles, ground pork, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 calories and feeds 3, 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.

Ingredients

• 8 oz fresh wheat noodles
• 6 oz ground pork
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp ginger, minced
• 2 tbsp chili bean paste (doubanjiang)
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Chinese black vinegar
• 2 tbsp sesame paste or tahini
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 2 tbsp scallions, sliced
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tsp Sichuan peppercorns, toasted and ground
• 1 tsp sugar
• 2 tbsp crushed peanuts

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 8 oz fresh wheat noodles and cook for 3-4 minutes until al dente. Drain and toss with 1 tsp vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 6 oz ground pork and cook for 5 minutes, breaking it up with a spatula until browned and cooked through.
4. Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp chili bean paste, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp Chinese black vinegar, 1 tsp sugar, and 2 tbsp sesame paste. Cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
5. Step 5: Pour in 1/2 cup chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Toss in the cooked noodles and 2 tbsp sliced scallions, stirring vigorously to coat noodles evenly until heated through.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tsp ground toasted Sichuan peppercorns, 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, and 2 tbsp crushed peanuts over the top for added texture and numbing spice.
7. Step 7: Serve immediately, enjoying the complex layers of spicy, nutty, and tangy flavors in every bite.