Cold Sesame Noodles
Cold Sesame Noodles are a refreshing and flavorful Asian-inspired dish featuring tender noodles tossed in a creamy, nutty sesame sauce perfect for warm days or quick meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz spaghetti or Chinese egg noodles
- 3 tablespoons tahini or smooth peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon honey or sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon chili oil (optional)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 1/2 cup shredded cucumber or carrot for garnish
Instructions
- Cook noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking and cool the noodles.
- In a bowl, whisk together tahini or peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and chili oil if using, until smooth.
- Toss the cold noodles in the sesame sauce until evenly coated.
- Transfer noodles to a serving bowl and garnish with green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and shredded cucumber or carrot.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature as a light lunch or side dish.
Notes
For extra protein, add grilled chicken or tofu. You can also adjust the spiciness by increasing or omitting the chili oil.
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