Soy-Free Dan Dan Noodles

Dive into the bold, addictive flavors of Soy-Free Dan Dan Noodles, a vibrant twist on the classic Sichuan dish that caters to soy-free diets without compromising taste. This recipe swaps traditional soy sauce with a luscious blend of tahini and white miso paste, creating a rich, nutty sauce with a hint of sweetness from honey and a fiery kick from chili oil and Sichuan peppercorns. Tender rice noodles are tossed with juicy ground chicken, sautéed bok choy, and aromatic garlic and ginger, resulting in a balanced yet flavor-packed dish. Topped with crunchy peanuts and fresh green onions, these noodles are ready in just 35 minutes and perfect for weeknight dinners or a cozy, Asian-inspired meal. Whether you're soy-intolerant or simply exploring new culinary avenues, these Soy-Free Dan Dan Noodles deliver unforgettable flavors everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Rice noodles
• 200 grams Ground chicken
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons Chili oil
• 3 tablespoons Tahini
• 2 tablespoons White miso paste
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 120 milliliters Chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns, ground
• 2 cups Bok choy, chopped
• 2 stalks Green onions, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Peanuts, roasted and crushed

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add ground chicken to the pan, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the chopped bok choy and cook until wilted, another 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

In a bowl, whisk together chili oil, tahini, white miso paste, honey, rice vinegar, and chicken broth until smooth. Pour this mixture over the cooked chicken and bok choy.

Step 6

Sprinkle ground Sichuan peppercorns over the mixture and let it simmer on low heat for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Incorporate the cooked rice noodles into the pan, tossing well to coat the noodles evenly with the sauce.

Step 8

Divide the noodles into bowls, garnishing each with chopped green onions and crushed peanuts for added texture and crunch.

Step 9

Serve immediately, and enjoy your soy-free Dan Dan Noodles with a flavor-packed kick!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1073.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1622.2

Total Fat 109.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 169.6mg	0%
Sodium 2339.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 105.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 24.1g
Protein 68.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3884.6mg	0%
Iron 16078.8mg	0%
Potassium 2440.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.7%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 25.1%