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Spicy Kung Pao Chicken Noodles

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A bold and flavorful dish of spicy Kung Pao chicken noodles featuring tender chicken, crunchy peanuts, and noodles tossed in a rich, savory, and slightly sweet sauce.

Ingredients

  • 200g noodles (egg noodles or rice noodles)
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
  • 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
  • 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1/2 cup roasted peanuts
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1–2 tablespoons chili paste or chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, chili paste, honey, cornstarch, water, and black pepper.
  3. Heat oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
  4. Cook diced chicken until browned and fully cooked, then remove and set aside.
  5. In the same pan, sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.
  6. Add bell peppers and cook until slightly tender.
  7. Return the chicken to the pan and pour in the prepared sauce.
  8. Let the sauce simmer until it thickens.
  9. Add cooked noodles and toss until evenly coated.
  10. Stir in green onions and roasted peanuts, then serve hot.

Notes

  • Add vegetables like broccoli or snap peas for extra crunch.
  • Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for variation.
  • Adjust chili paste to control spice level.
  • Add a splash of lime juice for extra brightness.
  • Reheat with a splash of water to loosen the sauce.

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