Sesame Noodles

v1.0

by Folsom Weeknight (AI-curated)

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Sesame Noodles
Servings: 4Prep: 10 minCook: 10 minTotal: 20 min

Springy noodles are tossed with a creamy sesame and soy dressing that needs no cooking. A quick rinse stops the noodles from softening and makes this especially good chilled.

Ingredients

  • 12 oz Dried wheat noodlessuch as Chinese wheat noodles or spaghetti
  • 1/3 cup Chinese sesame pastewell stirred
  • 3 tbsp Low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp Rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tsp Honey
  • 1 clove Garlicfinely grated
  • 1 tsp Fresh gingerfinely grated
  • 1 Cucumbercut into matchsticks
  • 3 Scallionsthinly sliced

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the noodles in boiling water according to the package directions until just tender.

    8 min

  2. 2

    Drain the noodles and rinse under cold running water until cool. Shake the colander well so excess water does not dilute the dressing.

    2 min

  3. 3

    Whisk the sesame paste, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, honey, garlic, and ginger in a large bowl.

    2 min

  4. 4

    Whisk in cool water 1 tablespoon at a time until the dressing is smooth and loose enough to coat noodles, about 3 tablespoons total.

    2 min

  5. 5

    Add the noodles, cucumber, and most of the scallions. Toss thoroughly, adding another splash of water if the sauce tightens.

    2 min

  6. 6

    Serve at room temperature or refrigerate promptly and serve chilled. Add the remaining scallions just before serving.

    1 min

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Printed September 4, 2026