Ingredients :

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* 1 pound boneless pork loin

Marinade :
* 2 tablespoons soy sauce
* 1 1/2 tablespoons rice wine or sake
* 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
* 2 teaspoons cornstarch
* 1/2 teaspoon crushed Sichuan peppercorns (optional)

Spicy Sesame Dressing :
* 8 cloves garlic
* 2 1-inch-square knobs fresh ginger, peeled
* 1 teaspoon crushed dried chiles or dried chile flakes
* 6 tablespoons Chinese toasted sesame paste (stirred well before adding)
* 4 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
* 5 tablespoons soy sauce
* 1/4 cup rice wine or sake
* 1 1/2 tablespoons Chinese black vinegar or Worcestershire sauce
* 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
* 6 tablespoons chicken broth or water
* 1/2 pound thin egg noodles, such as angel hair or spaghettini
* 2 1/2 tablespoons canola or corn oil
* 2 cups minced scallion greens

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Method :

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1. Cut the pork loin into thin slices about 1/4 inch thick, then cut the slices into thin, matchstick-size shreds about 1 inch long. Put the shreds in a bowl, add the Marinade, and toss lightly to coat. Cover with plastic wrap, and let the pork marinate for 1 hour at room temperature, or longer if possible in the refrigerator.

2. Put the Sichuan peppercorns (if using) in a skillet, and toast over medium heat about 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until they are very fragrant. Let them cool slightly and then crush them into a powder with a rolling pin, mallet, or mortar and pestle.

3. Drop the seasonings of the Spicy Sesame Dressing in descending order into the feed tube of a good processor fitted with a steel blade while the machine is running. Mix together to a smooth sauce - it should have the consistency of heavy cream. Add the Sichuan peppercorn powder and mix. Pour into a serving bowl.

4. Bring 3 quarts water to a boil, add the noodles, and cook about 5 to 6 minutes, or until near tender. Drain in a colander, rinse lightly to remove the starch, and drain again thoroughly in a colander. Divide the noodles into six portions in soup bowl.

5. heat a wok or large skillet, add the oil, and heat until very hot. Add the pork and stir fry over high heat about 2 1/2 to 3 minutes., until the meat changes color and is cooked. Scoop it into a colander to drain; then spoon it over the individual servings of noodles and sprinkle about 1/3 cup minced scallion greens on top of each. Ladle some Spicy Sesame Dressing over all, and serve.