Spicy Sichuan Chicken Noodles
Get ready to ignite your taste buds with these fiery and flavorful Sichuan chicken noodles! Packed with tender chicken, bold spices, and a vibrant kick of chili oil, this dish is a perfect balance of heat, savoury depth, and umami goodness.
Ingredients
- 100g noodles
- 100g cooked chicken (I used leftover rotisserie chicken)
- Top with lemon, spring onions and cucumbers
Sauce
- 1 tbsp chilli oil
- 1/2 tsp Sichuan peppercorns crushed
- 1 tsp chopped ginger
- 1 clove grated garlic
- 2 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp black vinegar (sub balsamic)
- 1/2 lemon juiced (plus more to serve)
- Handful of crushed ice
Step 1
Prepare the noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
Step 2
In a small bowl, combine the chili oil, crushed Sichuan peppercorns, chopped ginger, grated garlic, soy sauce, black vinegar, and lemon juice. Mix well.
Step 3
Place the noodles in a large bowl. Add the shredded cooked chicken and pour the sauce over the top. Toss well to coat.
Step 4
Transfer the noodles to a serving dish. Top with lemon wedges, sliced spring onions, and cucumbers for extra freshness.