Ants Climbing a Tree

Name: Ants Climbing a Tree
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: cellophane noodles; scallions; red oil bean paste; lard; ground pork

March 23, 2025 15 Minutes Medium

Nutritional Information

800 kcal

Calories

34g

Protein

75g

Carbohydrates

45g

Fat

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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!

Ingredients

Instructions

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Step 1

Soak the cellophane noodles in cold water for 30 minutes.

Step 2

Cut the scallions into small pieces for later use.

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.