Vegetarian Dan Dan Noodles

Vegetarian Dan Dan Noodles are a flavorful, spicy dish featuring a savory sauce and fresh vegetables, served over chewy noodles. This Halal version offers a delightful blend of textures and tastes, making it a satisfying meal for everyone.

Ingredients

• Noodles (wheat or rice) - 200 grams
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Peanut butter - 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable broth - 200 ml
• Chopped scallions - 4 tablespoons
• Cucumber - 1, julienned
• Bok choy - 100 grams, chopped
• Chopped cilantro - 2 tablespoons
• Crushed peanuts - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant (about 1 minute).
3. Stir in the red chili flakes and cook for another 30 seconds.
4. Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, and peanut butter to the pan, stirring until smooth.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and mix well. Allow the sauce to simmer for about 5 minutes.
6. Add the chopped bok choy to the sauce and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until slightly wilted.
7. Incorporate the cooked noodles into the sauce, tossing until evenly coated.
8. Serve the noodles in bowls, topped with julienned cucumber, chopped scallions, crushed peanuts, and fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from peanut butter and vegetables.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

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