Spicy Sichuan Dan Dan Noodles with Protein-Packed Egg

About this meal

A hearty and authentic Chinese breakfast featuring freshly-made spicy Sichuan Dan Dan noodles tossed in a fragrant, sesame-peanut sauce with chili oil, minced pork, and greens. Topped with a soft-boiled egg for extra protein and creaminess, this meal delivers a satisfying kick for breakfast. Made with fresh ingredients and traditional spices to stimulate both appetite and metabolism to support weight gain goals.

Ingredients

• Fresh wheat noodles — 120g
• Minced pork — 80g
• Baby bok choy — 60g
• Egg — 1 large
• Garlic (minced) — 1 clove
• Ginger (minced) — 1 tsp
• Green onion (chopped) — 2 tbsp
• Sesame paste (tahini) — 1 tbsp
• Natural peanut butter — 1 tbsp
• Chili oil (homemade or store-bought, no preservatives) — 1 tbsp
• Soy sauce (naturally brewed) — 1 tbsp
• Black vinegar — 1 tsp
• Sichuan peppercorns (ground) — 1/2 tsp
• Honey — 1 tsp
• Fresh coriander — 1 tbsp

Steps

1. Boil water and cook fresh wheat noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Blanch the baby bok choy in boiling water for 1 minute. Set aside.
3. Soft boil the egg (6-7 minutes in simmering water), peel and slice in half.
4. In a pan, sauté minced garlic, ginger, and green onions in 1 tsp oil over medium heat, then add minced pork. Stir fry until fully cooked. Season with soy sauce and a pinch of ground Sichuan peppercorns.
5. In a bowl, whisk together sesame paste, peanut butter, chili oil, black vinegar, honey, and a little noodle cooking water to make a creamy, spicy sauce.
6. Toss noodles in the sauce, top with sautéed pork, bok choy, and soft egg. Garnish with coriander and extra chili oil if desired.