Cold Sesame Noodles With Golden Garlic Recipe

Name: Cold Sesame Noodles With Golden Garlic
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Salt; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 4 large cloves garlic, halved and thinly sliced lengthwise; 2 celery stalks, thinly sliced; 1/2 red bell pepper, cored, seeded and thinly sliced; 2 carrots, shredded (about 1 cup); 1 pound spaghetti; 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce; 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 2 scallions, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

Salt
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 large cloves garlic, halved and thinly sliced lengthwise
2 celery stalks, thinly sliced
1/2 red bell pepper, cored, seeded and thinly sliced
2 carrots, shredded (about 1 cup)
1 pound spaghetti
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 scallions, thinly sliced

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Warm oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon; set aside. Add celery, bell pepper and carrots to skillet and cook, stirring, until softened but not browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
2
Add spaghetti to boiling water and cook until tender yet firm, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain well and rinse under cold running water.
3
In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, peanut butter, vinegar and sesame oil until blended. Add spaghetti to peanut butter mixture and toss until well coated. Stir in cooked vegetables. Sprinkle golden garlic and scallions over pasta just before serving.
4
This recipe also appeared in the February 2011 issue.

500

kcal

Calories

Fat

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Salt, 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, 4 large cloves garlic, halved and thinly sliced lengthwise, 2 celery stalks, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Cold Sesame Noodles With Golden Garlic 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.

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Cold Sesame Noodles With Golden Garlic

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