Ants Climbing a Tree (Sichuan Spicy Vermicelli Stir-Fry)

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 package (8 oz) cellophane noodles, soaked in cold water for 30 minutes
• 1 pound ground pork
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 head of bok choy, chopped
• 6-8 cloves garlic, minced
• 2-3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground Sichuan peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon water
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes (for soaking the noodles)
• 20 minutes (for chopping vegetables and prepping)

Cooking Time:

• 15-20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Drain the cellophane noodles and cut them into shorter lengths.
2. Brown the ground pork in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the onion and bell peppers to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, Sichuan peppercorns, sesame oil, and water.
5. Add the bok choy and noodles to the skillet and cook until the noodles are heated through, about 5 minutes more.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per serving
• Fat: 10 grams
• Protein: 20 grams
• Carbohydrates: 50 grams
• Fiber: 5 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory, spicy, and flavorful.
• A classic Chinese dish made with cellophane noodles and ground pork.
• Suitable for American taste due to its balanced flavors and moderate heat level.

User Comments:

• "This dish was delicious! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the noodles were cooked to perfection."
• "I love how easy this dish was to make and how quickly it came together."
• "The Sichuan peppercorns added a unique and flavorful spice to the dish."
• "This is a great dish to serve at a party or gathering."
• "I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Chinese food or wants to try something new."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have Sichuan peppercorns, you can substitute with a mixture of black pepper and allspice.
• Be careful not to overcook the noodles, as they will become mushy.
• Serve the dish immediately, as the noodles will cool down and lose their texture.