Spicy Pork Dan Dan Noodle Soup
with Szechuan Spices, Sesame & Charred Cabbage
- Sesame
- Soy
- Wheat
- Peanuts
As much fun to say as they are to eat, dan dan noodles are a great classic of Szechuan cuisine. Here, our chefs make it easy for you to experience the soul-stirring noodle bowl at home. Start with a richly layered broth of zingy, spicy, Szechuan paste, peanut butter, and sesame seeds. Add savory ground pork, charred cabbage, and of course the noodles. Garnish with more sesame seeds and scallion greens for a slurp-tastic meal!
Ingredients
2 unit
Scallions
2 clove
Garlic
4 ounce
Coleslaw Mix
10 ounce
Ground Pork
1 tablespoon
Sesame Seeds
(Contains: Sesame)
2 tablespoon
Szechuan Paste
(Contains: Sesame, Soy, Wheat)
1.15 ounce
Peanut Butter
(Contains: Peanuts)
1 unit
Pork Ramen Stock Concentrate
1 unit
Chicken Stock Concentrate
4.5 ounce
Lo Mein Noodles
(Contains: Wheat)
1 teaspoon
Chili Flakes
Not included in your delivery
Salt
Pepper
2 teaspoon
Cooking Oil
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Wash and dry produce. • Trim and thinly slice scallions, separating whites from greens. Peel and mince or grate garlic. • Heat a drizzle of oil in a medium pot over high heat. Add coleslaw mix and cook, stirring constantly, until lightly charred, 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
• Once pork is done, add Szechuan paste and peanut butter; cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and combined, 1-2 minutes. • Stir in pork ramen stock concentrate, chicken stock concentrate, and 21⁄2 cups water (41⁄2 cups for 4 servings). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 2-4 minutes. • Taste and season with salt and pepper if necessary.
• Once pork is done, add Szechuan paste and peanut butter; cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and combined, 1-2 minutes. • Stir in pork ramen stock concentrate, chicken stock concentrate, and 2 1⁄2 cups water (4 1⁄2 cups for 4 servings). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 2-4 minutes. • Taste and season with salt and pepper if necessary.
• Once salted water is boiling, add half the noodles (all for 4 servings) to pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, 5-7 minutes. • Drain noodles; rinse under cold water for 30 seconds. • Divide noodles between large soup bowls. Pour broth over noodles and top with charred cabbage. Garnish with scallion greens, remaining sesame seeds, and chili flakes to taste. Serve.
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Dec 2025- Flavor: Many loved the rich, spicy taste; some found it a bit bland and added extra seasoning for more depth 🌶️.
- Ease of prep: Quick and simple to make, though a few noted unclear or missing instructions in the app.
- Suggestions: Consider adding more veggies like bok choy or mushrooms; some enjoyed extra peanut butter or crushed peanuts on top.
- Portions: Several mentioned not enough noodles for 4 servings; many used the full package even for 2 servings.
- Leftovers: Some found it even better the next day, reheating well for a flavorful leftover meal.
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