15-Minute Vegan Dan Dan Style Noodles

These vegan Dan Dan style noodles are a simplified version of the traditional Sichuan dish, packed with flavor and ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect for busy vegans craving a satisfying and spicy meal, this recipe uses tofu instead of meat and incorporates chili oil for a kick that won’t overwhelm your taste buds.

Ingredients:

  • 300g extra-firm tofu
  • 2 tbsp cornflour
  • 2.5 tbsp dark soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tbsp tahini
  • 1/2 thumb fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp Chinese 5 spice powder
  • 1 tsp chili oil
  • 1 pak choi
  • 180g noodles (udon or gluten-free)
  • 2 spring onions
  • 2 tsp sesame oil

Method:

  1. Heat 1.5 tsp sesame oil in a wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Crumble tofu and mix with cornflour in a bowl.
  3. Fry tofu with 1/2 tbsp soy sauce for 10 minutes until crispy.
  4. Mix remaining soy sauce, tahini, ginger, 5 spice, chili oil, and 2 tbsp water in a small bowl.
  5. Cook noodles according to package instructions.
  6. Set aside crispy tofu and wipe the wok clean.
  7. Fry pak choi in 1/2 tsp sesame oil for a minute.
  8. Combine noodles, crispy tofu, sauce, and most of the spring onions in the wok.
  9. Heat through for 30 seconds, being careful not to overcook.
  10. Serve topped with remaining spring onions and extra chili oil if desired.

Don’t hesitate to try this quick and delicious vegan take on Dan Dan noodles. It’s a perfect way to enjoy a restaurant-quality meal at home in just 15 minutes. The combination of crispy tofu, chewy noodles, and spicy-savory sauce will have you coming back for more!