Garlicky Garlic Noodles with Pork and Chili Crisp

Garlicky Garlic Noodles

Step 1: Roast the Garlic [00:00]

• Place the peeled garlic cloves and dried red chili peppers in a small saucepan. Cover them generously with neutral oil and roast in the oven until the garlic is golden and tender.

Step 2: Prepare the Pork Topping [00:04]

• In a skillet, heat a splash of oil and cook the ground pork until browned.
• Add the chopped tomatoes, season with a pinch of sugar, and cook until combined.

Step 3: Make the Noodle Sauce [00:09]

• In a large bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, sugar, chopped scallions, and toasted sesame seeds.
• Add a spoonful of the roasted garlic oil from step 1, some of the softened garlic cloves, and a spoonful of chili crisp oil. Mix well.

Step 4: Assemble [00:19]

• Cook the pasta ribbons in boiling water according to package directions.
• Toss the cooked noodles into the bowl with the sauce, adding the pork mixture as well. Combine until all noodles are well coated.

Step 5: Serving [00:25]

• Serve in a bowl, top with the extra roasted garlic cloves, a dash more chili crisp oil, and a sprinkle of fresh scallions.