Tingly, Numbing Spicy Dan Dan Noodle Recipe - Live Learn Lovewell

Ingredients

• 8 oz extra firm tofu, diced (or 8 oz ground meat)
• 12 oz noodles
• 2 tbsp hoisin sauce (find at your Asian grocery store!)
• 6 tbsp dark soy sauce (light works well too)
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• Brown sugar (or honey or agave) to taste
• 1/4 cup chili oil (looks like a lot, but’s for 4 servings!)
• 2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• Reserved pasta water
• Bok choi (or leafy greens)
• Scallions, chopped
• Peanuts, chopped
• Sesame seeds
• Gently saute the tofu (or ground meat) with olive oil over medium heat. Make sure to flip or turn to get all the crispy sides
• Mix all the sauce ingredients together in a small bowl except the pasta water. Taste it- if it’s super salty and spicy, you’re in good shape!
• In a pot of boiling water, add the leafy greens until just cooked and vibrant green. Remove from pot
• In the same water, add the noodles and cook according to manufacturer’s instructions
• In a big bowl, spoon the sauce in first. Layer in the noodles, vegetables, and top with protein. Garnish with chopped peanuts and scallions and sesame seeds
• Enjoy!!