Sesame Noodles
Sweet, Spicy, Cool and Tasty. The prefect side or entree for a warm day.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
- 1 package Thin spagetti (16 oz)
- 3 tsp Minced Garlic (6 Cloves)
- 1 tbsp sugar Light Brown
- 3 tbsp Sesame Oil Toasted adds more flavor
- 4 tbsp Soy Sauce Lite / Low Sodium
- 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar unseasoned
- 2 tbsp Toasted Sesame Paste Toasted adds more flavor
- 1 tbsp Peanut Butter Smooth
- 2 tbsp Ginger grated
- 2 tbsp Sambol Chili Garlic Paste (TO TASTE)
- 1/2 ea Cucumber Peeled, matchsticked to 1/8 x 1/8
- 1/4 cup Peanuts Roasted / Chopped
- 2 ea Scallions Washed, Sliced Green and white parts
In a large bowl, (a bowl one could toss a salad in), combine all but the pasta.
Taste and adjust for balance.
Bring a gallon of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook as per package directions, al dente, (~ 5 minutes).
Drain, Rinse with cold water, Drain again. ( I have used a salad spinner for this)
Toss with a couple of tablespoons of sesame oil
Add warm noodles to bowl with sauce and toss
Plate servings and garnish with cucumbers, peanuts, and scallions.
Serve with additional sambol / pepper paste for the adventurous.