Spicy Shredded Chicken Noodles
Braised Tofu

Experience the bold heat of Sichuan-inspired spicy shredded chicken noodles. Topped with flavor-soaked braised fried tofu, this dish is a comforting, fragrant masterpiece.

Ingredients

• 200 g chicken breast, shredded
• 100 g dried noodles
• 2 pieces fried tofu
• 30 g shiitake mushrooms, diced
• 1 tbsp Pixian bean paste
• 1 stalk scallion, chopped
• 1 slice ginger, minced
• 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
• 1 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 tsp oyster sauce
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1/2 tsp five-spice powder
• 1/2 tsp Sichuan peppercorn powder
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 piece star anise
• to taste salt
• to taste fresh cilantro
• to taste chili oil

Instructions

1. 1Sear the chicken

   

   Heat oil in a wok over high heat. Add the shredded chicken breast and stir-fry until the meat changes color and is slightly browned.

   Tip: Make sure the wok is sufficiently hot before adding the chicken to achieve a good sear.
2. 2Sauté the aromatics

   

   Once the chicken is browned, add the chopped scallions and ginger to the wok. Continue to stir-fry over high heat until the aromatics release their fragrance.

   Tip: Stir-fry quickly to ensure the ginger and scallions become aromatic without burning.
3. 3Add bean paste

   

   Add a small spoonful of Pixian bean paste to the chicken and aromatics. Stir-fry well until the paste releases its signature red oil.

   Tip: Fry the bean paste thoroughly to bring out the depth of flavor and color.
4. 4Season with soy sauce

   

   Add dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, and oyster sauce to the mixture. Continue stir-frying to allow the sauces to caramelize slightly and develop a rich aroma.

   Tip: Adding the sauces while the pan is hot helps build a complex base flavor.
5. 5Create the soup base

   

   Pour a cup of water into the wok. Season with five-spice powder, one star anise, salt, white sugar, Sichuan peppercorn powder, and black pepper to create a flavorful soup base.

   Tip: Adjust the seasoning to your taste as the broth begins to simmer.
6. 6Add mushrooms

   

   Stir in the diced shiitake mushrooms to the boiling soup base. This will add earthiness and depth to the final broth.

   Tip: Ensure the mushrooms are evenly distributed in the broth.
7. 7Braise the tofu

   

   Add the prepared fried tofu pieces into the simmering soup base in the wok. Allow the tofu to braise in the flavorful broth for over ten minutes, ensuring it absorbs all the savory, spicy, and aromatic qualities of the sauce.

   Tip: Simmering allows the tofu to become tender and fully infused with the delicious broth.
8. 8Assemble the noodle dish

   

   Prepare a bowl with cooked noodles and greens. Using a large ladle, pour the flavorful shredded chicken, braised tofu, and rich sauce mixture directly over the noodles.

   Tip: Make sure to include plenty of the sauce, as the noodles will soak up the rich flavors.

Storage & Reheating

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