Cold Sesame Noodles Recipe

Name: Cold Sesame Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large cucumber, julienned; half of a medium carrot, finely julienned; 1/3 cup vegetable oil; salt to taste; 1 pound soba noodles; 1/2 cup roasted unsalted peanuts, finely ground; 1/2 bunch scallions, green section only, finely chopped for garnish; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons water; 2 tablespoons white vinegar; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1-2 cloves garlic, mashed to a paste (yields 2 teaspoons); 1 cup Chinese sesame paste (Lee Kum brand or other); 3 tablespoons sesame oil; 1/2 cup water; 1/4 cup soy sauce

Servings: persons

1 large cucumber, julienned
half of a medium carrot, finely julienned
1/3 cup vegetable oil
salt to taste
1 pound soba noodles
1/2 cup roasted unsalted peanuts, finely ground
1/2 bunch scallions, green section only, finely chopped for garnish
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1-2 cloves garlic, mashed to a paste (yields 2 teaspoons)
1 cup Chinese sesame paste (Lee Kum brand or other)
3 tablespoons sesame oil
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup soy sauce

1
Combine ingredients for the sweet soy base the night before to allow the garlic to infuse.
2
In a bowl, combine the cucumber and carrot with oil and season lightly with salt.
3
Reserve.
4
Cook noodles in a large pot of unsalted boiling water about 8 10 minutes.
5
To check if the noodles are done, pull a piece and break it, if the center has a very small center of raw dough, it will need another minute.
6
Once noodles are cooked, drain and immediately rinse in cold water: the colder the better!
7
Split the noodles between four bowls.
8
Stir the soy base well and divide among the bowls.
9
Add four ounces of sesame sauce and some ground peanuts.
10
Top with cucumber and carrot salad, garnish with scallion.

1227

kcal

Calories

Fat

118

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large cucumber, julienned, half of a medium carrot, finely julienned, 1/3 cup vegetable oil, salt to taste, and more.

Yes, Cold Sesame Noodles falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cold Sesame Noodles

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Variations & substitutions

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