Sichuan Spicy Ants Climbing a Tree Stir-Fry

Submerge vermicelli in a bowl filled with water and let it sit for at least 15 minutes, allowing the pasta to rehydrate. Once softened, drain and set it aside for later use.

Next, heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until you can sense the warmth emanating from the pan. Introduce ground pork into the skillet and cook, stirring constantly, until it reaches a browned and crumbly state, typically taking 5 to 7 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and stir until well combined. Introduce a pinch of peppercorn powder to distribute it evenly throughout the mixture.

Add 2 tablespoons of water and bring the contents to a rolling boil.

Now, incorporate the drained vermicelli into the mixture and blend it evenly with the pork. Continue cooking until all the water has evaporated, approximately 5 more minutes.

At this point, it's essential to taste the dish and adjust the seasoning as needed. If you find it lacking in saltiness, add a few more tablespoons of soy sauce to suit your taste.

Transfer the cooked vermicelli mixture to a serving plate and garnish with chopped green onions.