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Yibin Burning Noodles (China)

An authentic recipe for Yibin Burning Noodles, highlighting the bold combination of Sichuan chili oil, preserved vegetables, and crushed peanuts.

Level Medium Prep 15 min Cook 10 min Servings 2 Score 4.9/10

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25 min

Makes 2 servings

Prep 15m

Cook 10m

Level Medium

About this recipe

An authentic recipe for Yibin Burning Noodles, highlighting the bold combination of Sichuan chili oil, preserved vegetables, and crushed peanuts.

A classic Sichuan dry-tossed noodle masterpiece loaded with chili oil, preserved greens, and crunchy peanuts.

Ingredients

Servings

Units

Noodles

250 g fresh Chinese wheat noodles (thin or standard thickness)

Sauce & Seasoning

2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
3 tbsp Sichuan chili oil with sediment (adjust to taste)
2 tbsp light soy sauce
3 tbsp sui mi ya cai (preserved Sichuan mustard greens)
1/2 tsp ground Sichuan pepper (toasted)

Toppings

3 tbsp roasted peanuts (coarsely crushed)
3 stalks scallions (finely chopped)
2 cloves garlic (minced)

Equipment

Large pot For boiling noodles
Colander For draining noodles thoroughly
Serving bowls

Instructions

Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Cook the fresh wheat noodles according to package instructions until just al dente.
Drain the noodles thoroughly and shake off any excess water so they remain relatively dry.
Transfer the hot drained noodles into a large mixing bowl or serving bowls.
Add the toasted sesame oil, light soy sauce, minced garlic, ground Sichuan pepper, and Sichuan chili oil directly over the noodles.
Top with the preserved Sichuan mustard greens (sui mi ya cai), coarsely crushed roasted peanuts, and chopped scallions.
Toss everything vigorously right before eating so the oils coat every single strand of noodle evenly.

Nutrition

Calories 420

Protein 11g

Carbs 54g

Fat 18g

Fiber 4g

Sugar 2g

Sodium 760mg

Serving Size 1 serving

Cooking Timeline

Prep 15 min

Cook 10 min

Total 25 min

Recipe Scorecard

Overall 9.4 /10

Expert 4.9 95% conf.

Taste 9.8
Presentation 9.2
Nutrition 7.5
Value 9.5
Instructions 9.5
Ingredients 9.4
Time Accuracy 9.5
Difficulty 9.0
Would Make Again 9.0

Expert Review

Reviewed by FindEdition Kitchen

Verdict

An intensely aromatic, fiery, and deeply satisfying dry noodle dish that showcases the bold brilliance of Sichuan street food.

Pros

Incredible depth of flavor
Quick preparation
Wonderful texture contrasts

Cons

Contains high spice levels

Overview

A classic Sichuan dry-tossed noodle masterpiece loaded with chili oil, preserved greens, and crunchy peanuts.

AI Insights

Summary

An authentic recipe for Yibin Burning Noodles, highlighting the bold combination of Sichuan chili oil, preserved vegetables, and crushed peanuts.

Tips

Drain the cooked noodles completely so the heavy sauce clings properly without becoming watery
Use high-quality Chinese chili oil with rich sediment for the best flavor and color
Toss the noodles thoroughly while they are still hot to absorb all the aromatics

Substitutions

Fresh Chinese wheat noodles → Dried thin wheat noodles or ramen noodles
Sui mi ya cai → Tianjin preserved vegetable or finely chopped sweet pickle relish

Storage

Best consumed immediately while hot. Leftovers are not recommended as the noodles will absorb too much oil and lose texture.

Pairing

A cold glass of soy milk or iced herbal tea
Simple clear broth soup to balance the spice

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FAQ

Why are they called burning noodles?

The name 'Ranmian' (burning noodles) refers to their oily and dry nature, which historically meant they were dry enough to potentially catch fire, or simply due to their fiery spicy kick.

What is sui mi ya cai?

It is a traditional Sichuan preserved pickled mustard green that provides an essential sweet, salty, and savory crunch to the dish.

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FindEdition Kitchen

Specialty: Chinese cuisine

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