Mala Noodles

Name: Mala Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 12 oz fresh egg noodles; 4 cups chicken broth; 4 tbsp chili oil; 1 tsp Sichuan peppercorns; 6 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 2 tsp rice vinegar; 1 tsp sesame oil; 4 green onions, chopped; 4 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped; 4 tbsp roasted peanuts, crushed; 4 oz baby bok choy

Spicy Szechuan noodles with the signature numbing tingle of Sichuan peppercorns, chili oil, and savory broth - the viral trending dish.

30 minEasyServes 2380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz fresh egg noodles
4 cups chicken broth
4 tbsp chili oil
1 tsp Sichuan peppercorns
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tsp rice vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil
4 green onions, chopped
4 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
4 tbsp roasted peanuts, crushed
4 oz baby bok choy

Instructions

1

Bring a large pot of water to boil and cook 12 oz fresh egg noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2

In another pot, heat 4 cups chicken broth over medium-high heat.
3

Add 4 oz baby bok choy and cook for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.
4

Add 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sesame oil to the broth.
5

Stir in 6 cloves minced garlic, 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, and 1 tsp Sichuan peppercorns.
6

Pour the hot broth into serving bowls.
7

Divide cooked noodles between the bowls.
8

Drizzle 4 tbsp chili oil over each bowl.
9

Top with 4 chopped green onions, 4 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, and 4 tbsp crushed roasted peanuts.
10

Serve immediately.

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Questions

Is there a substitute for Sichuan peppercorns in Mala Noodles?

The entry for Mala Noodles calls for 1 tsp Sichuan peppercorns. In its place: Nothing else produces the numbing tingle. Black pepper with a little lemon zest and ground coriander gives the citrusy bite without it.

How hot is Mala Noodles?

Moderately. The heat in Mala Noodles comes from 1 tsp Sichuan peppercorns. For a milder plate, halve the Sichuan peppercorns; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Can I make Mala Noodles gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Mala Noodles is 12 oz fresh egg noodles, 2 tbsp soy sauce. Swap the pasta for a gluten-free one, cooked a minute short of its package time; the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

Does Mala Noodles contain peanuts?

Yes: 4 tbsp roasted peanuts, crushed. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, eggs, peanuts, soy and sesame. Where the peanuts are a garnish, toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds give the same crunch. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How do I store and reheat Mala Noodles?

Refrigerate what is left of Mala Noodles within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. The grain firms up as it chills; add a spoonful of water before reheating.

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