Sichuan Sweet Water Noodles
Chewy noodles tossed in a glossy, sweet-spicy sauce with crunchy peanuts, sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro. A bold Sichuan street-food favorite made simple for home cooks.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 12g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Cook the 8 oz wheat noodles in boiling water until al dente, about 5-7 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking.
Step 2
In a small bowl, mix the 3 tbsp dark soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp chili oil, and 2 minced garlic cloves until the sugar dissolves.
Step 3
Toast the 1 tbsp sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Set aside.
Step 4
Toss the drained noodles with the sauce until evenly coated. Add a splash of water if the sauce is too thick.
Step 5
Top with the 0.25 cup peanuts, toasted sesame seeds, and 0.25 cup chopped cilantro. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tools you’ll need
- pot
- colander
- small bowl
- skillet
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