Name: Spicy Tan Tan Soup (Tantanmen or Dan Dan Noodles)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 2 teaspoons doubanjiang (soy bean paste); 1 tablespoon minced shallots; 1 clove garlic, pressed; 1.5 teaspoons grated fresh ginger; 6 ounces ground pork; 0.25 cup soy sauce; 2 tablespoons tahini (sesame seed paste); 1 tablespoon sake; 1 tablespoon miso paste; 1 teaspoon tianmianjiang (sweet bean paste); 4 cups chicken stock; 2 teaspoons rice vinegar; 1 teaspoon rayu (chile oil); 0.5 cup fresh spinach, or to taste; 2 cups ramen noodles, or to taste; 3 green onions, thinly sliced; 1 red Thai chile pepper, sliced

Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Asia with this Spicy Tan Tan Soup. This delectable noodle soup, inspired by Chinese flavors and embraced by Japanese cuisine, boasts a rich, savory broth with a tantalizing kick. Prepare for an explosion of taste that will warm your soul and awaken your senses.

Follow The Directions

01

Step

In a skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add doubanjiang, shallots, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add ground pork and cook until browned, approximately 3 minutes.

02

Step

Incorporate soy sauce, tahini, sake, miso paste, and tianmianjiang into the pork mixture, ensuring even distribution. Pour in chicken stock and bring to a boil. Combine rice vinegar and rayu, then add to the soup along with spinach. Reduce heat and simmer gently for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

03

Step

Separate noodles by placing them in a bowl of hot water, then drain. Add noodles to the simmering soup. Garnish generously with sliced green onions and Thai chile peppers for an extra burst of flavor and visual appeal.

For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground pork with crumbled tofu or mushrooms. Adjust the amount of rayu to control the level of spiciness.
If you can't find tianmianjiang, a touch of hoisin sauce can be used as a substitute.
Garnish with a soft-boiled egg for added richness.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 4 Ratings)

Total Reviews: (3)

Lester Beahan
Jun 30, 2025
This recipe is fantastic! The flavor is so complex and satisfying. I will make it again!
Nolan Damore
Jun 20, 2025
The instructions were easy to follow, and the soup turned out perfectly. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Connie Langworth
Jun 13, 2025
I love spicy food, and this soup hit the spot! I added a little extra rayu for an extra kick.

Spicy Tan Tan Soup (Tantanmen or Dan Dan Noodles)

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