Sichuan-style noodles are a versatile and delicious dish that combines the rich, nutty flavor of sesame with the bold, spicy note of Sichuan cuisine.
Sichuan is one of the provinces in the southwest of China, known for its rich cultural heritage and exceptional diverse culinary traditions. Although famous for its beautiful scenery that includes hills, rivers and forests, Sichuan is most famous for its cuisine.
Sichuan-style noodles are a delicious dish that combines the rich, nutty flavor of sesame with the bold, spicy note typical of Sichuan cuisine.
Sichuan style noodles
Ingredients
- Fresh Chinese egg noodles or ramen
- Chinese sesame paste or tahini
- Sichuan pepper
- Soy sauce
- Rice vinegar
- Garlic and ginger
- Chili oil
- Onion and fresh coriander
Directions
- Cook the noodles according to the instructions on the package. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and set aside.
- Mix sesame paste, soy sauce, rice vinegar, chopped garlic and ginger in a bowl. Add a splash of hot water if necessary to thin the sauce
- Fry the pepper in a dry pan until fragrant. Grind them into a fine powder and add to the sauce.
- Toss the cooked noodles in the sesame sauce until well coated. Drizzle with chili oil and mix well.
- Transfer the noodles to a serving plate and garnish with chopped spring onion and fresh coriander. You can also sprinkle some toasted sesame seeds for extra flavor and texture.
