Szechuan Noodles with Vegetables
Chewy wheat noodles and crisp vegetables tossed in a savory, tangy sesame-chili sauce flavored with Sichuan peppercorn.
Instructions
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Step 1
Whisk the sesame paste, light soy sauce, Chinkiang vinegar, chili oil, sesame oil, sugar, ground Sichuan peppercorn, and warm water until smooth.
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Step 2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook until tender but still pleasantly chewy, following the package timing when it differs.
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Step 3
Drain the noodles thoroughly and set them aside.
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Step 4
Heat the neutral oil in a wok over medium heat. Add the garlic and ginger and stir until fragrant without browning.
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Step 5
Increase to high heat. Add the cabbage, carrots, and bell pepper, then stir-fry until brightly colored and crisp-tender.
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Step 6
Reduce to medium heat, pour in the prepared sauce, and bring it to a gentle simmer.
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Step 7
Add the drained noodles and toss until evenly coated and heated through.
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Step 8
Remove from the heat, fold in the scallions, and serve immediately.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours in a shallow covered container, use within 3 days, and reheat until steaming hot, ideally 74°C.
Risk factors
- boiling water and steam
- hot oil
- improper storage of cooked noodles