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Dan Dan Noodles (P.F. Chang Copycat)

A fun and flavorful copycat recipe these Dan Dan Noodles have a delicious depth of flavor, are super quick to make and an amazing lunch or dinner.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2
Calories: 793kcal

Ingredients

  • 6 ounces chow mein stir fry noodles
  • 1 cup unsalted chicken stock
  • cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 ½ tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons dark soy sauce
  • 1 ½ tablespoons shaoxing wine or dry white wine
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 3/4 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil divided
  • 8 ounces ground chicken
  • 2 scallions sliced, green part and white part separated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili paste
  • ½ cup julienned english cucumber
  • ½ cup bean sprouts canned and rinsed or fresh

Instructions

  • Cook the noodles per the directions and set aside to drain.
  • In a large jar add the chicken stock, soy sauce, sugar, dark soy sauce, wine, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Add the top of the jar on tightly and shake vigorously to combine. You can also place all the ingredients in a medium-sized bowl and whisk them together.
  • In a small bowl whisk together the water and cornstarch, set aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat add half of the vegetable oil. Add the ground chicken and break it up into crumbles, cook until there is no pink left, 5 minutes. Place the cooked chicken on a plate.
  • Add the remaining oil to the skillet. Add the white part scallion, garlic, and chili paste, stir fry stirring constantly until fragrant, 30 seconds.
  • Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and toss to combine.
  • Pour the sauce into the pan and stir to combine.
  • Bring to a simmer. Slowly pour in the cornstarch mixture and whisk at the same time. I like to add half and if I think it needs to be thicker, I’ll add the rest in. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes until thick, stir occasionally.
  • Add the noodles to a large bowl and spoon the sauce on top. Garnish with the green part scallions, cucumber, and bean sprouts. Serve immediately.

Notes

  1. You can also add the noodles directly to the pan and coat them in the sauce before serving.
  2. You have to use unsalted chicken stock, and low sodium soy sauce here and don’t add any additional salt. The dish is still nicely seasoned but using regular chicken stock or soy sauce will make this dish way too salty. 
  3. This serves 2, but you can absolutely double this recipe to serve more people.
  4. You can leave out any ingredients that you do not like.

Nutrition

Calories: 793kcal | Carbohydrates: 98g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 98mg | Sodium: 2705mg | Potassium: 931mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 158IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 6mg