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.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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.

Cold Sesame Noodles

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions