Ants Climbing a Tree

Ants Climbing a Tree

This Sichuan-inspired cellophane noodle dish is a savory, umami-packed delight that’s bursting with bold flavors. Tender cellophane noodles soak up a rich, aromatic broth infused with spicy red oil bean paste, savory ground pork, and fragrant lard for depth. The key to its irresistible taste lies in the slow-stirred red oil, which turns glossy and vibrant, blending perfectly with soy sauce and a hint of Sichuan pepper for a subtle numbing kick. Simmered to perfection, the noodles absorb every drop of the savory sauce, creating a satisfyingly chewy texture. Topped with fresh scallions for a bright finish, this dish is a comforting yet exciting meal that brings authentic Sichuan flavors to your table. Perfect for noodle lovers craving something rich, spicy, and deeply flavorful!

15 Minutes
Medium
4 servings
Recipe Hot Dishes

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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cellophane noodles
100g (dry)
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ground pork
150g

The aromatics

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scallions
30g (chopped)
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lard
1 tbsp

The sauce & seasonings

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red oil bean paste
2 tbsp

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Soak the cellophane noodles in cold water for 30 minutes.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Cut the scallions into small pieces for later use.

3. Step 3

Step 3
Heat the oil in a pot over high heat, then turn off the heat and let it cool down. When the oil temperature drops to about 30% of its original temperature, add the red oil bean paste and stir-fry over low heat until the oil turns red and the bean paste is slightly crispy.

4. Step 4

Step 4
Remove the red oil and set it aside, discarding the bean paste skin.

5. Step 5

Step 5
Heat another pot with lard, add the ground pork and stir-fry until the meat is loose and the water vapor is gone, with a shiny appearance.

6. Step 6

Step 6
Add the red oil, soy sauce, broth, salt, and Sichuan pepper powder, and bring to a boil over high heat.

7. Step 7

Step 7
Add the cellophane noodles and bring to a boil.

8. Step 8

Step 8
Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the soup is almost dry, then remove from heat and serve, garnished with scallions.

9. Step 9

Step 9
Finished product.

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