Sesame Noodles with Prosciutto Recipe

Name: Sesame Noodles with Prosciutto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 pound dried chow mein noodles or thin spaghetti; 1 tablespoon Asian sesame oil; 2 tablespoons peanut oil; 1 large garlic clove, minced; 1/4 cup chunky peanut butter, preferably natural; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 2 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 1/4 cup chicken stock or low-sodium broth; Salt; 1 1/2 ounces prosciutto, sliced 1/8 inch thick, cut into matchsticks; 1 scallion, thinly sliced; 1 Kirby cucumberpeeled, seeded and cut into matchsticks

Servings: persons

3/4 pound dried chow mein noodles or thin spaghetti
1 tablespoon Asian sesame oil
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 large garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup chunky peanut butter, preferably natural
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/4 cup chicken stock or low-sodium broth
Salt
1 1/2 ounces prosciutto, sliced 1/8 inch thick, cut into matchsticks
1 scallion, thinly sliced
1 Kirby cucumberpeeled, seeded and cut into matchsticks

1
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the chow mein noodles until al dente, about 8 to 9 minutes.
2
Drain the noodles, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water.
3
Return the chow mein noodles to the pot and toss with the sesame oil.
4
Meanwhile, in a medium skillet, heat the peanut oil until shimmering.
5
Add the garlic and cook over moderate heat, stirring just until fragrant, 30 seconds.
6
Add the peanut butter, vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, sugar and crushed red pepper and stir to form a paste.
7
Add the stock and stir until smooth; season with salt.
8
Pour the peanut sauce over the noodles.
9
Add the prosciutto and scallion and toss until the noodles are coated.
10
Add about 1/4 cup of the reserved cooking water and toss until the sauce is creamy, adding more water as needed.
11
Transfer the noodles to bowls, garnish with the cucumber and serve.

560

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 3/4 pound dried chow mein noodles or thin spaghetti, 1 tablespoon Asian sesame oil, 2 tablespoons peanut oil, 1 large garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, Sesame Noodles with Prosciutto 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.

Sesame Noodles with Prosciutto

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