Vegan Spicy Szechuan Noodles Recipe

Craving a flavor explosion? Look no further! This Vegan Spicy Szechuan Noodles recipe delivers the authentic, tongue-tingling sensation of Szechuan cuisine, all while being completely plant-based. Get ready for a dish that’s both comforting and incredibly exciting for your taste buds.

Szechuan cuisine is known for its complex flavors, particularly the use of Szechuan peppercorns, which create a unique numbing (ma la) sensation. This recipe recreates that experience with readily available ingredients, ensuring a delicious and accessible meal for everyone.

Ingredients You’ll Need:

• 8 oz Dried Noodles (wheat noodles, ramen noodles, or udon work well)
• 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 inch Ginger, minced
• 1 tbsp Szechuan Peppercorns
• 2 tbsp Chili Garlic Sauce (or more, to taste!)
• 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
• 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar
• 1 tsp Sesame Oil
• 1 tbsp Brown Sugar (or maple syrup)
• 1/4 cup Vegetable Broth
• Optional toppings: Chopped peanuts, scallions, sesame seeds, chili oil

Instructions:

1. Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. While noodles are cooking, heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add garlic, ginger, and Szechuan peppercorns to the hot oil and stir-fry for about 30 seconds, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
4. Add chili garlic sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine.
5. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for a few minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
6. Add cooked noodles to the sauce and toss well to coat.
7. Serve immediately, garnished with your favorite toppings like chopped peanuts, scallions, sesame seeds, or a drizzle of chili oil.

Tips and Variations: For extra flavor, try adding some toasted sesame paste (tahini) to the sauce. You can also customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of chili garlic sauce. Feel free to add some stir-fried vegetables like bok choy or mushrooms for a more complete meal. Enjoy this incredibly flavorful and satisfying Vegan Spicy Szechuan Noodles!

Ingredients:
Dried Noodles, Vegetable Oil, Garlic, Ginger, Szechuan Peppercorns, Chili Garlic Sauce, Soy Sauce, Rice Vinegar, Sesame Oil, Brown Sugar, Vegetable Broth

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