Sichuan Masterpiece
Experience the perfect fusion of Sichuan flavors with our Ultimate Panda Burger - a Sichuan Numbing Beef Patty topped with Ants Climbing a Tree and Kung Pao Chicken, served on scallion pancakes. Combining aromatic spices, numbing Sichuan peppercorns, tender beef, zesty chicken, and crispy scallion pancakes, this dish will take your taste buds on an unforgettable journey. Get ready for a delightful explosion of flavors and textures in every bite!
ingredients
- For the Sichuan Numbing Beef Patty:- 1 pound ground beef- 3 garlic cloves, minced- 1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns, ground- 1 tablespoon soy sauce- 1 tablespoon cornstarch- 1 teaspoon chili oil- Salt and pepper, to taste
- For the Ants Climbing a Tree:- 6 ounces bean thread noodles- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil- 1/2 cup ground pork- 2 cloves garlic, minced- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced- 1 tablespoon fermented black beans, rinsed and chopped- 2 tablespoons soy sauce- 1 tablespoon Sichuan chili bean paste- 1 cup chicken broth- 2 green onions, sliced
- For the Kung Pao Chicken:- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil- 1 red bell pepper, diced- 1/2 cup unsalted peanuts- 3 cloves garlic, minced- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced- 2 tablespoons soy sauce- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar- 1 tablespoon Sichuan chili oil- 1 teaspoon sugar
- For the Scallion Pancakes:- 2 cups all-purpose flour- 1 cup boiling water- 1/2 cup chopped scallions- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
steps
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• Sichuan Numbing Beef Patty:
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In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, minced garlic, Sichuan peppercorns, soy sauce, cornstarch, chili oil, salt, and pepper.
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Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
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Shape the mixture into patties, approximately 1/2-inch thick.
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Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.• Ants Climbing a Tree:
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Cook the bean thread noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
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Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
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Add ground pork, garlic, ginger, and fermented black beans. Cook until the pork is browned.
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Stir in soy sauce, Sichuan chili bean paste, chicken broth, and cooked bean thread noodles.
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Cook for 3-4 minutes until the noodles are well-coated and the sauce thickens slightly.
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Garnish with sliced green onions.• Kung Pao Chicken:
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In a large pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
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Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
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In the same pan, add red bell pepper, peanuts, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for a couple of minutes.
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In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, chili oil, and sugar.
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Pour the sauce over the vegetables in the pan and stir well.
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Add the cooked chicken back to the pan and toss until everything is coated and heated through.• Scallion Pancakes:
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In a mixing bowl, combine flour and boiling water. Stir until a dough forms.
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Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.
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Roll out the dough into a large rectangle and brush with vegetable oil.
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Sprinkle chopped scallions evenly over the surface and roll the dough tightly into a log.
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Cut the log into small portions and flatten each portion into a pancake shape.
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Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the pancakes for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown.Serve by placing a Sichuan Numbing Beef Patty on top of a scallion pancake, then spooning the Ants Climbing a Tree and Kung Pao Chicken on top. Fold the pancake edges over the fillings and secure with a toothpick if desired. Enjoy the incredible combination of flavors in this unique Ultimate Panda Burger!