Tantanmen Ramen
Tantanmen is a Japanese adaptation of Sichuan dan dan noodles, featuring a rich, creamy sesame-based broth topped with seasoned ground pork, bok choy, and chili oil. The dish is known for its savory, spicy, and nutty flavor profile, often served with thin wheat noodles.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Tantanmen is generally high in fat and carbohydrates due to the sesame paste, ground pork, and noodles, providing a good source of protein. A typical serving can range from 600 to 900 calories, depending on portion size and ingredients.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 550 kcal |
| Protein | 25 g |
| Carbs | 55 g |
| Fat | 25 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 1800 mg |
| Potassium | 400 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Calcium | 80 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 µg |
| Vitamin C | 5 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 µg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 300 mg |
Per 1 bowl (450 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Tantanmen showcases the fusion of Chinese and Japanese culinary traditions, with the Japanese version often being milder and creamier than the original Sichuan dish. Nutritionally, the sesame paste adds healthy fats and minerals like calcium and magnesium.
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