Faux Dan Dan Noodles {Takeout-Inspired}
These Faux Dan Dan Noodles are inspired by the spicy stir fry dish and are a great weeknight dinner with ground beef, chili oil and bok choy.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 444kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb extra-lean ground beef
- 1 tbsp sambal oelek or Sriracha
- 1 lb spaghetti (you can also use dried white noodles but they are harder to find. Ramen noodles are also a great substitute)
- 2 cups chopped bok choy
- 1 bunch scallions, sliced
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- Peanuts, for garnish
Sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp chili oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp five spice powder (note: if you don't have five spice powder, you can use a blend of 1 star anise, 1/4 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 tsp fennel seeds, 1/4 tsp ground cloves & 1/4 tsp black or white pepper)
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in a large pot of boiling water for 9-11 minutes or according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Brown ground beef in a large skillet over med-high heat. Meanwhile, mix together ingredients for sauce.
- Add bok choy and sautee for 1 min until slightly wilted, then add cooked noodles and stir fry sauce to skillet, tossing to coat and sauteeing over high heat for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens. Remove from heat and stir in scallions.
- Serve in large bowls then garnish with sesame seeds and peanuts. Serve and enjoy!
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Notes
Adjust the amount of chili oil based on your spice tolerance.
Replace the five spice powder with a blend of star anise, cinnamon, fennel seeds, ground cloves and pepper.
You can also use mein noodles, ramen or rice noodles.
Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Sprinkle some water over top then reheat in the microwave or in a pan on the stovetop.
Freeze for up to 3 months. I suggest freezing the cooked noodles and sauce separately. Slightly undercook the noodles so they don’t get mushy when reheated.
Nutrition
Calories: 444kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 477mg | Potassium: 470mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 40IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 3mg