Ants Climbing a Tree (Sichuan Spicy Vermicelli Stir-Fry)
This well known Sichuan dish, also known as "ants climbing a tree," combines ground pork with mung bean vermicelli for a delicious main course.
Instructions
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{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Place vermicelli in a bowl and cover with water; soak for at least 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.'}
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{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat until you can feel the heat above the pan. Put in ground pork; cook and stir until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in 2 tablespoons soy sauce. Stir in peppercorn powder until evenly distributed. Add water and bring to a boil.'}
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{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Add drained vermicelli and mix evenly with the pork. Cook until all water has evaporated, about 5 more minutes. Taste and add more soy sauce if not salty enough for you.'}
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{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Transfer to a serving plate and top with green onions.'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (4 servings total)