Gluten-Free Dan Dan Noodles

Transform your favorite comfort food into a gluten-free delight with these irresistibly flavorful Gluten-Free Dan Dan Noodles! Featuring tender rice noodles tossed in a rich, savory sauce made with gluten-free soy sauce, chili oil, and tahini, this dish delivers the signature bold and spicy Sichuan flavors you love—without the gluten. Juicy ground pork is infused with aromatic garlic, ginger, and ground Sichuan peppercorns, creating a perfect balance of heat and umami. Finished with fresh cilantro and green onions, these noodles are a quick, 35-minute meal that's perfect for weeknights or entertaining. Whether you're gluten-intolerant or simply exploring new cuisine, this recipe is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 oz Gluten-free rice noodles
• 8 oz Ground pork
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
• 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns, ground
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce, gluten-free
• 2 tablespoons Chili oil
• 2 tablespoons Tahini (sesame paste)
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 cup Chicken broth, gluten-free
• 2 stalks Green onions, chopped
• 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cook the gluten-free rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add ground pork to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove any excess grease.

Step 4

Push the pork to one side of the skillet and add the remaining tablespoon of oil, garlic, ginger, and ground Sichuan peppercorns. Stir for 30 seconds until aromatic.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, chili oil, tahini, sugar, rice vinegar, and chicken broth. Pour this sauce into the skillet with the pork and stir to combine.

Step 6

Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 7

Add the prepared rice noodles to the skillet, tossing to coat them thoroughly in the sauce and pork mixture. Cook for another 2 minutes to heat the noodles through.

Step 8

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Serve the noodles in bowls, garnished with chopped green onions and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	954 grams (954.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1849

Total Fat 119.10g	153%
Saturated Fat 27.50g	138%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 204mg	68%
Sodium 5246mg	228%
Total Carbohydrate 121.40g	44%
Dietary Fiber 8.60g	31%
Total Sugars 6.20g
Protein 80.30g	161%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 288mg	22%
Iron 8mg	45%
Potassium 755mg	16%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.1%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 25.8%