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Spicy Dan Dan Noodles with Chicken

Servings 4 serving
Calories 418kcal
Author Nicole

Ingredients

  • 8 oz whole-wheat spaghetti or other noodle
  • 1/2 cup dry sherry, divided
  • 1/4 cup + 1 tbsp soy sauce, divided
  • 1 tbsp + 2 tsp tahini, divided
  • 2 tbsp honey, divided
  • 3 tbsp hoisin, divided
  • 2 tbsp Chinese chili paste, divided
  • 1 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp low-sodium chicken stock, divided
  • 2 tbsp chili oil
  • 1 boy choy, cut in 3-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic, divided (about 5 cloves garlic)
  • 2 tsp minced ginger
  • l lb ground chicken
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 star anise
  • 2 whole cloves

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil.
  • While the water comes to a boil, make the sauces. For the chicken sauce: To a small bowl, add 1/4 cup sherry, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 teaspoons tahini, 1 tablespoon, 2 tablespoons hoisin, 1 tablespoon chili paste, and 3/4 cup chicken stock. Whisk to combine.
  • For the noodle sauce: To another small bowl, add 1/4 cup sherry, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon tahini, 1 tablespoon, 1 tablespoon chili paste, and 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons chicken stock. Set aside.
  • When the water comes to a boil, drop the pasta in the water. Use tongs to stir. Cook until aldente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking. Set aside.
  • Heat a large skillet to a medium heat. Add 2 teaspoons of the chili oil. Once the oil is hot, add the bok choy. Sprinkle witha little bit of salt and pepper. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened, but still crisp. Remove the bok choy from the pan and set aside.
  • Add another tablespoon of chili oil to the pan. Once the oil is hot, add 2 teaspoons of the garlic and 1 teaspoon of the ginger. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add chicken. Use a wooden spoon to break up the chicken into very small pieces while it browns.
  • When the chicken is cooked through, add the white pieces of the green onion. Cook for 1 minute. Add the sauce for the chicken. Stir to combine. Simmer until the sauce is slightly thickened and the chicken is nicely coated. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Return the pot you cooked the noodles in to the stove. Turn on a medium heat. Once the pot is hot, add remaining teaspoon chili oil. Add remaining 2 teaspoons garlic and 1 teaspoon ginger. Saute for one minute until softened and fragrant. Add the noodle sauce along with the cinnamon stick, star anise, and cloves. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Simmer for 8-10 minutes until slightly thickened and the spices has infused the sauce. Cinnamon stick, star anise, and cloves from the pot.
  • Add the cooked noodles to the pot with the noodle sauce. Toss over a low heat until the noodles are coated.
  • To serve: Place the noodles in a serving bowl. Top with chicken mixture along with some bok choy. Sprinkle with green onions and drizzle with more chili oil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 418kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 1374mg | Potassium: 356mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 16IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 3mg