Tan Tan Noodles
A quick and comforting bowl of noodles tossed in a spicy sesame sauce, topped with savory minced pork, a soft-boiled egg, and fresh green onions. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 650
- Protein
- 30g
Ingredients
- ½ lb ground pork
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp chili oil
- 2 tbsp tahini
- 8 oz noodles
- 3 green onions
- 2 eggs
Instructions
- 1
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the 2 eggs and cook for 6-7 minutes for a soft-boiled yolk. Remove and place in ice water to stop cooking.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp chili oil, and 2 tbsp tahini until smooth. Set aside.
- 3
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the 0.5 lb ground pork and cook, breaking it up, until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt.
- 4
In the same pot of boiling water, cook the 8 oz noodles according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- 5
Toss the hot noodles with the sauce, adding a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen if needed. The noodles should be well coated and glossy.
- 6
Peel the eggs and slice in half. Divide the noodles between two bowls, top with the crispy pork, egg halves, and sliced green onions. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- pot
- skillet
- small bowl
- knife
- cutting board
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