Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/16 checked
1
servings
2 tbsp

Ginger-Garlic Water

use

0.25 cup

Garlic

minced

2 tbsp

Ginger

minced

1 tsp

Salt

0.33 cup

Water

0.25 cup

Cooking Oil

1 tbsp

Red Pepper Flakes

2 tbsp

Chinese Sesame Seed Paste

1 tbsp

Scallion

chopped

0.5 tsp

Black Vinegar

1 tbsp

Soy Sauce

to taste

1 tsp

Sugar

to taste

1 tbsp

Peanuts

chopped

0.5 cup

Cucumber

shredded

1 tbsp

Szechuan Peppercorns

dry-roasted, ground

1 unit

Fresh White Wheat Noodles

cooked

Step 1
~2 min

Prepare ginger-garlic water by combining minced garlic, minced ginger, salt, and water.

Step 2
~2 min

Make red pepper flakes in oil by frying red pepper flakes in cooking oil until fragrant, being careful to avoid excessive smoke.

Step 3
~2 min

Cook fresh white wheat noodles in rapidly boiling water for 2-4 minutes until al dente.

Step 4
~2 min

Assemble the noodles with desired toppings.

Step 5
~2 min

Add ginger-garlic water to the cooked noodles.

Step 6
~2 min

Add chili flake oil to the noodles.

Step 7
~2 min

Add sesame paste to the noodles.

Step 8
~2 min

Add chopped scallions to the noodles.

Step 9
~2 min

Add roasted Szechuan peppercorn powder to the noodles.

Step 10
~2 min

Add soy sauce, black rice vinegar, and sugar to taste.

Step 11
~2 min

Optionally add shredded cucumbers or Szechuan preserved vegetables.

Step 12
~2 min

Mix all ingredients thoroughly and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chili oil to your spice preference.

Dry-roasting the Szechuan peppercorns enhances their flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Ginger-garlic water and chili oil can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong (chili oil and peppercorns)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot or warm.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cucumber salad
Pickled vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Szechuan, China

Cultural Significance

Popular street food and restaurant dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Casual Meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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