Name: Chongqing Spicy Noodles
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 1 pound (450g) fresh wheat noodles, medium thickness; 3 tablespoons Sichuan chili oil; 2 tablespoons Sichuan peppercorns, toasted and ground; 2 tablespoons light soy sauce; 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce; 2 tablespoons Chinese black vinegar (Chinkiang vinegar); 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 3 cloves); 1 tablespoon minced ginger; 2 scallions, finely chopped, white and green parts separated; 2 tablespoons crushed roasted peanuts; 1/2 cup pickled mustard greens (Zha Cai), finely chopped; 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, roughly chopped; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Instructions

Prepare the sauce

In a heat-resistant bowl, combine the Sichuan chili oil, ground Sichuan peppercorns, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, black vinegar, minced garlic, minced ginger, white parts of scallions, sugar, and salt. Mix well and set aside to allow flavors to meld.
Cook the noodles

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the fresh wheat noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually 2-3 minutes for fresh noodles. Be careful not to overcook as the noodles should remain slightly chewy.
Drain and rinse noodles

Once cooked, drain the noodles immediately and rinse under cold running water to stop the cooking process and remove excess starch. Drain well, shaking off any excess water.
Assemble the dish

Divide the noodles among four serving bowls. Spoon the prepared sauce evenly over each bowl of noodles. The sauce should be generous enough to coat all the noodles thoroughly when mixed.
Add toppings

Sprinkle each bowl with the chopped pickled mustard greens, crushed peanuts, green parts of scallions, and cilantro leaves. These toppings add texture and fresh flavors that balance the spiciness of the dish.
Serve immediately

Mix all ingredients thoroughly before eating to ensure the noodles are well coated with the sauce. Serve hot and enjoy the numbing and spicy sensations characteristic of authentic Sichuan cuisine.

Chongqing Spicy Noodles

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