* 1 tablespoon chili paste (such as Sriracha or Sambal Oelek)
* 8 ounces rice noodles
* 1 cup chopped broccoli florets
* 1 cup sliced red bell peppers
* 1/2 cup chopped carrots
* Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
* Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
* Sliced green onions, to garnish (optional)
Steps
Szechuan Noodles Main Dish Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef or pork
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon Sichuan chili oil (optional)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 8 ounces dried noodles, such as egg noodles or wheat noodles (cook according to package instructions)
- 2 stalks of green onions, chopped
- Sesame seeds and chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a wok or large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
2. Add the ground beef or pork to the skillet, stirring and breaking up any large chunks with a wooden spoon.
3. Once the meat is browned, remove it from the skillet with a slotted spoon and set aside on a plate.
4. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated fresh ginger, stirring until softened.
5. If desired, add the Sichuan chili oil to the skillet and stir to combine.
6. Return the ground meat to the skillet and stir together with the vegetables.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, cornstarch, and sugar until well combined.
8. Pour the sauce over the meat and vegetable mixture in the skillet and stir to coat everything evenly.
9. Allow the sauce to thicken for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
10. While the sauce is thickening, cook the dried noodles according to package instructions until al dente.
11. Once the noodles are cooked, drain them and toss with the meat and vegetable mixture in the skillet.
12. Serve the Szechuan noodle dish hot, garnished with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro if desired.
Sichuan Noodles are a popular main dish that combines spicy flavors with savory meat and tender noodles. This recipe is easy to make and can be customized according to personal taste preferences. Enjoy your delicious Szechuan Noodle Main Dish!