Dun Dun Noodle Sauce

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Recipe by: Chef John V.
Note: Restaurant Quantity Recipe
Serving size: 3 quarts
Preparation time: about 1 hour

Amount/Measure/Ingredient:
1/2 cup onions, chopped fine
2 tbsp. garlic, chopped fine
1/4 cup peanut oil
2 tsp. Szechuan peppercorns, crushed
1 16 oz. jar peanut butter, chunky style
1 - 12 ounce jar Chinese roasted sesame paste
1/4 cup light brown or palm sugar
1/2 cup sesame oil
1 cup light soy sauce
4 tbsp. red wine vinegar or Chinese black vinegar
1 - 8 ounce jar Chinese chili paste with garlic
2 tbsp. pickled Chinese vegetables, chopped

Water to thin as needed, upwards of 1+ cups may be needed...should be like the thickness of ketchup

Preparation:

Fry the onions and garlic in oil until soft and light golden, then cool. Combine all ingredients and mix slowly (so it doesn't splash all over) until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Store and date in appropriate containers.

Serving suggestions:

* Dun Dun Noodles---Serve 4 ounces spooned over hot Chinese boiled noodles and top with with fresh bean sprouts, chopped cilantro, chopped dry roasted peanuts and chile flakes.

This noodle dish is called Dun Dun Noodles. Sauce can also be used for Sate