Dan Dan Inspired Taiwanese Cold Noodles by @christinaychu

If you’re craving a bold, savory, and satisfying noodle dish that’s perfect served cold, these Dan Dan Inspired Taiwanese Cold Noodles by @christinaychu are a must-try.

Made with thin spaghetti noodles, seasoned ground pork, crisp cucumber, shredded carrots, fresh cilantro, and a rich peanut butter-based sauce, this recipe is full of texture, umami, and just the right amount of heat. It’s the kind of meal that feels comforting and refreshing at the same time, perfect for lunch, dinner, meal prep, or sharing with friends and family.

The sauce is where the magic happens. Creamy Spread The Love Peanut Butter adds depth and richness, while sesame oil, oyster sauce, soy sauce, black vinegar, and sushi vinegar create that craveable balance of nutty, salty, tangy, and slightly sweet flavor. Keep reading for the full recipe and why peanut butter is the secret ingredient that brings it all together.

Our NAKED Organic Peanut Butter is the perfect base for this Dan Dan-inspired cold noodle sauce because it adds a rich, creamy texture and naturally nutty flavor that ties all of the bold ingredients together. It helps balance the tangy black vinegar, savory soy sauce, and oyster sauce, aromatic sesame oil, and spicy chili oil, creating a silky sauce.

Its smooth, drizzleable texture makes it easy to whisk into sauces, marinades, dressings, and noodle bowls without clumping or overpowering the dish. This recipe adds body and depth while letting the other flavors shine.

Christina loves this for her athletes because it's a delicious way to get heart-healthy unsaturated fats and key micronutrients for recovery found in peanuts, such as Magnesium, Vitamin E, and Copper.

Whether you’re making cold noodles, a spicy peanut sauce, a savory dressing, or a quick weeknight noodle bowl, our NAKED Organic Peanut Butter brings that creamy, satisfying finish that makes every bite extra flavorful.

• 1 box thin spaghetti noodles
  
• 1 lb ground pork
• 1 seedless cucumber
• 1.5 cups shredded carrots
• Cilantro to garnish

Pork Marinade:

• 1 tsp oil to cook
• 1 TBSP chili oil
• 2 TBSP low-sodium soy sauce
• 3 TBSP oyster sauce
• 1 tsp five-spice powder

For Sauce:

• 4 TBSP Spread the Love NAKED Organic Peanut Butter
• 1 TBSP sesame oil
• 3 TBSP oyster sauce
• 1⁄4 cup low sodium soy sauce
• 1⁄4 cup black vinegar (alternative: 2:1 ratio rice vinegar to soy sauce)
• 1⁄3 cup sushi vinegar (sub rice vinegar + sugar)

✔ Step 1 -

Cook noodles as directed. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.

✔ Step 2 -

Julienne cucumber, chop cilantro for garnish, and set aside.

✔ Step 3 -

Add oil to the cast iron or pan set at medium/high heat on the stove top. Add ground pork, and fully cook. Optional to drain fat into a container to reduce saturated fat content.

✔ Step 4 -

Add Pork Marinade, and stir through for a couple of minutes until you notice a slight char.

✔ Step 5 -

Mix sauce and adjust to taste.

✔ Step 6 -

Assemble and garnish with cilantro. Enjoy!

This Dan Dan Inspired Taiwanese Cold Noodles recipe by @christinaychu is proof that simple, flavorful ingredients can come together to create something truly craveable. With creamy peanut butter, savory seasoned pork, crisp fresh vegetables, and a tangy, umami-rich sauce, it’s a satisfying dish that’s perfect for meal prep, warm-weather lunches, or an easy dinner you’ll want to make again and again.