Pf Changs Dan Dan Noodles Recipes

PF CHANG'S DAN DAN NOODLES

Steps:

• Combine all sauce ingredients and set aside.
• Heat wok. Add one teaspoons of oil. Sear chili paste, garlic, and minced green onion for 5 seconds to release flavors.
• Add cooked ground chicken and sear, stirring and tossing for 5 to 10 seconds.
• Add sauce mixture and simmer for 20 seconds. Add egg noodles to boiling water and heat for 5 to 10 seconds. Remove noodles from water and place in strainer. Move to serving plate.
• Thicken chicken and sauce with a mixture of corn starch and water (equal parts). Consistency should be a very thick sauce to stand on top of the noodles. Pour over center of noodles.
• Garnish with bean sprouts and julienne cucumbers.

DAN DAN NOODLES (PF CHANG STYLE)

Steps:

• Saute chicken breast in a skillet in a little oil for 10 to 12 minutes.
• Allow to cool; then mince.
• Prepare the noodles following the directions on the package; typically boil for 3 to 5 minutes in 8 to 10 cups boiling water.
• For Sauce:.
• In a wok heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat.
• Add garlic and green onion and saute for just a few seconds; careful that the garlic doesn't burn.
• Add soy sauce, chicken broth, brown sugar and chile-garlic sauce. Combine the cornstarch with ½ cup water and stir it into the sauce. Simmer sauce for about 2 minutes or until it thickens.
• Once thick, add the chicken and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
• Place cooked noodles onto a serving plate.
• Spoon chicken and sauce over the top of the noodles.
• Garnish with bean sprouts or peanuts before serving.