Chinese Dish

Dan Dan Noodles

担担面

Also known as: Dan dan mian, Dandanmian, Tan tan noodles, Dandan noodles, Dan dan noodle

What is Dan Dan Noodles?

A beloved Sichuan street noodle dish of wheat noodles tossed in a spicy sauce of chili oil, Sichuan pepper, preserved vegetables, and sesame paste, topped with minced pork.

Typical Ingredients

•wheat noodles
•chili oil
•sichuan peppercorns
•sesame paste
•preserved vegetables
•ground pork
•soy sauce
•garlic
•scallions
•peanuts

Allergen Information

Always confirm with restaurant staff before ordering.

Soy
Often Present
Eggs
Sometimes Present
Gluten
Often Present
Sesame
Often Present
Peanuts
Often Present

Wheat noodles, sesame paste, and crushed peanuts are defining ingredients. Soy sauce is standard. Some noodles contain egg.

Safer Variations

Allergen-friendly alternatives to ask for.

Ask for rice noodles if wheat-free options exist

Questions to Ask Staff

Important questions to confirm with restaurant staff.

Does the sauce contain sesame paste or peanut butter?
Are the noodles egg-free?
Can peanut garnish be omitted?

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