Spicy Sichuan dan dan noodles with tofu and spinach

Dairy-Free, Vegetarian, Spicy, <600 Calories, Protein Plus

2 Servings, 520 Calories/Serving

20–25 Minutes (Conventional oven)

6–8 Minutes (Microwave oven)

Known as dan dan mian, these slurp-worthy noodles are one of the most popular street foods in Sichuan. Our spin on it features Sichuan tofu and organic baby spinach.

Ingredients

In your tray:
Fresh ramen noodles
Organic scallions
Toasted sesame oil
Kimchi chile flakes
In your bag:
Sunbasket dan dan sauce (Hodo spicy Sichuan tofu - Sunbasket vegetable stock - gluten-free tamari - cashew butter - toasted sesame oil - rice vinegar - honey - garlic - arrowroot powder - ginger - kosher salt - black pepper)
Organic baby spinach

Nutrition per serving

Calories 520, Total Fat 17g (22% DV), Sat. Fat 3g (15% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 0mg (0% DV), Sodium 1270mg (55% DV), Total Carb. 70g (25% DV), Fiber 11g (39% DV), Total Sugars 5g (Incl. 4g Added Sugars, 8% DV), Protein 25g
Contains: Tree Nuts (cashew), Wheat, Soybeans

Sodium does not include pantry salt; for reference, ⅛; teaspoon kosher salt per serving averages 240mg (10% DV). Not a significant source of trans fat. Packed in a facility that handles all major food allergens* and gluten.

*Milk, Eggs, Fish, Crustacean Shellfish, Tree Nuts, Peanuts, Wheat, Soybeans, Sesame.

Instructions

Choose your heating method

Our favorite method for this dish is the microwave.

Conventional oven | 20–25 minutes

Heat the oven to 425°F.
Remove the plastic from the tray. Pour the dan dan sauce over the noodles. Cover the tray with foil and bake for 10 minutes. Stir, re-cover, and bake for 10 to 15 minutes more, or until heated through.

Microwave oven | 6–8 minutes

Remove the plastic from the tray. Pour the dan dan sauce over the noodles. Place a damp paper towel over the top of the tray and microwave for 4 minutes. Stir, re-cover, and microwave for 2 to 4 minutes more, or until heated through.

Serve

In a large bowl, toss the heated dan dan noodles with the spinach. Season to taste with salt and pepper, transfer to individual plates or bowls, and serve.

Ovens may vary. The foods in your tray have been prepared for you to enjoy fresh; do not freeze. Per USDA recommendations, heat to at least 165°F. Do not expose tray to open flame or direct contact with heating element.

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