Scallion-Laced Sesame-Peanut Noodles Recipe

Name: Scallion-Laced Sesame-Peanut Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. thin spaghetti or vermicelli; 2 Tbs. toasted sesame oil; 1/4 cup crunchy peanut butter; 2 Tbs. rice wine vinegar; 1 1/2 Tbs. low-sodium tamari or soy sauce; 1 tsp. honey; 10 scallions, trimmed; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tsp. minced fresh ginger; 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes

Servings: persons

1
Bring large pot of water to a boil.
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Add 1 Tbs.
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salt and spaghetti, stirring to prevent sticking.
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Cook spaghetti until just tender, about 8 minutes.
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Drain well.
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Transfer to large bowl.
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Add 1 Tbs.
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sesame oil and toss well.
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In small bowl, combine peanut butter, vinegar, soy sauce, honey and 1 Tbs.
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water and whisk until thickened and smooth.
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Thin with a little extra water if necessary.
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Set aside.
13
Thinly slice 5 scallions.
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In small saucepan, heat remaining Tbs.
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sesame oil and stir sliced scallions into oil.
16
Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, 3 minutes.
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Stir in garlic, ginger and pepper flakes and cook 30 seconds, then remove from heat.
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Add mixture to spaghetti and toss to coat.
19
Pour peanut butter mixture over spaghetti and toss to coat.
20
Just before serving, mince remaining scallions.
21
Toss noodles again, transfer to serving bowl and scatter minced scallions over top.
22
Serve warm or at room temperature.

567

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* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb. thin spaghetti or vermicelli, 2 Tbs. toasted sesame oil, 1/4 cup crunchy peanut butter, 2 Tbs. rice wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Scallion-Laced Sesame-Peanut 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.

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Scallion-Laced Sesame-Peanut Noodles

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