Cold Sesame Noodles Recipe

Name: Cold Sesame Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound Chinese egg noodles; 3 tablespoons dark sesame oil; 2 tablespoons peanut oil; 2 green onions, thinly sliced on the diagonal; 1 -inch piece fresh ginger, minced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon red chili paste, such as sambal oelek; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter; 3 tablespoons rice vinegar; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 6 tablespoons hot water; 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds; Cucumber slices, for garnish; Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

Servings: persons

1/2 pound Chinese egg noodles
3 tablespoons dark sesame oil
2 tablespoons peanut oil
2 green onions, thinly sliced on the diagonal
1 -inch piece fresh ginger, minced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon red chili paste, such as sambal oelek
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
6 tablespoons hot water
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Cucumber slices, for garnish
Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

1
Cook the noodles in large pot of boiling unsalted water over medium heat until barely tender and still firm.
2
Drain immediately and rinse with cold water until cool.
3
Drain the noodles really well and transfer to a wide bowl; toss with the sesame oil so they don't stick together.
4
In a small saucepan, heat the peanut oil over medium-low flame.
5
Add the green onions, ginger, garlic, and chili paste.
6
Cook and stir for a minute until soft and fragrant.
7
Mix in the brown sugar, peanut butter, vinegar, soy sauce, and hot water.
8
Stir until the sugar is dissolved and the peanut butter has smoothed out.
9
Toss the noodles with the peanut sauce until well coated.
10
Serve at room temperature or chilled.
11
Garnish with the sesame seeds, cucumber slices, and cilantro.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound Chinese egg noodles, 3 tablespoons dark sesame oil, 2 tablespoons peanut oil, 2 green onions, thinly sliced on the diagonal, 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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