Best 11 Authentic Sesame Noodles Recipes

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Sesame noodles, a classic dish beloved by many, are a culinary journey to the heart of Asian cuisine. Originating in China, this delectable dish has found a special place in the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide. These noodles are a symphony of flavors, combining the richness of sesame with the refreshing tang of various sauces and the crunchiness of vegetables. Join us as we explore the world of sesame noodles, discovering the secrets behind their unique flavors and guiding you through the process of creating an authentic sesame noodle dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

TAKEOUT-STYLE SESAME NOODLES



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Noodles dressed with sesame are popular in many parts of China, but this particular style, made with peanut butter and served cold, became a Chinese-American staple in the United States in the 1970s. The family of Shorty Tang - an ambitious restaurateur who emigrated from Sichuan to Taipei to New York - firmly believes that he invented the dish and still serve it at Hwa Yuan, the restaurant he opened in 1967 in Manhattan's Chinatown. They have never divulged the exact recipe; this is our own lush but refreshing version.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     easy, quick, noodles, times classics, appetizer, side dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound noodles, frozen or (preferably) fresh
2 tablespoons sesame oil, plus a splash
3 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons Chinese rice vinegar
2 tablespoons Chinese sesame paste
1 tablespoon smooth peanut butter
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 tablespoon finely grated ginger
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons chile-garlic paste, chile crisp or chile oil, or to taste
Half a cucumber, peeled, seeded and cut into 1/8-inch by 1/8-inch by 2-inch sticks
1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add noodles and cook until barely tender, about 5 minutes. They should retain a hint of chewiness. Drain, rinse with cold water, drain again and toss with a splash of sesame oil.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons sesame oil, the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame paste, peanut butter, sugar, ginger, garlic and chili-garlic paste.
  • Pour the sauce over the noodles and toss. Transfer to a serving bowl, and garnish with cucumber and peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 628, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 90 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 22 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 797 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CLASSIC CHINESE SESAME NOODLES



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If you think you've tasted great sesame noodles, think again. Toasted sesame paste gives these an incredibly deep, nutty flavor, while homemade hot pepper oil adds gentle spicy heat. A pinch of crushed red pepper flakes or a few dashes of hot sauce can be used instead, if you like.

Provided by Eileen Yin-Fei Lo

Categories     Main Course

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 oz. fresh Chinese lo-mein-style egg noodles
1-1/2 Tbs. Asian sesame oil
5 Tbs. Chinese Chicken Broth or lower-salt chicken broth
3-1/2 Tbs. well mixed Chinese sesame paste
2 Tbs. thinly sliced scallion greens
2 Tbs. dark soy sauce
2 Tbs. granulated sugar
1 Tbs. white rice vinegar
1 Tbs. Hot Pepper Oil; more to taste
Freshly ground white pepper
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Bring 2 quarts of water to a boil in a 4-quart pot. Have a large bowl of ice water ready. Add the noodles to the boiling water and stir. Cook until al dente, about 2 minutes. Drain and immediately transfer the noodles to the ice water to stop the cooking. Stir until cool; drain.
  • Transfer the noodles to a large bowl and toss with the sesame oil. Refrigerate, uncovered, until cold, at least 1 and up to 4 hours.
  • Meanwhile, whisk the broth, sesame paste, scallions, soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, hot pepper oil, and a pinch of white pepper in a medium bowl.
  • Toss the noodles with the sauce, garnish with the cilantro, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 4, Calories 380 kcal, Fat 160 kcal, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 18 g, Carbohydrate 46 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 10 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 600 mg, UnsaturatedFat 14 g

COLD SESAME NOODLES



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

12 ounces angel hair pasta
3 tablespoons dark sesame oil
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon red chili paste, such as sambal
1 lime, juiced
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
2 green onions, thinly sliced on the diagonal
Fresh chopped cilantro leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Cook the noodles in large pot of boiling unsalted water over medium heat until barely tender and still firm. Drain immediately and rinse with cold water until cold. Drain the noodles really well and transfer to a wide bowl; toss with the sesame oil so they don't stick together. Chill.
  • In a blender combine the peanut oil, ginger, garlic, chili paste, lime juice, brown sugar, peanut butter, vinegar, soy sauce, and hot water. Blend. Toss the noodles with the peanut sauce until well coated. Serve at room temperature or chilled; garnish with the sesame seeds, green onions, and cilantro.

AUTHENTIC SESAME NOODLES



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There are many versions of sesame noodles on 'zaar. This version is an authentic version that would be used in Japan. The preperation is fiddly but really makes a diference to your dish. This is ideal to serve at an Asian themed dinner party.

Provided by PinkCherryBlossom

Categories     Japanese

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 dried shiitake mushrooms
1 inch kombu seaweed
900 ml water
750 ml shitake stock
300 ml soy sauce
250 g granulated sugar
230 ml rice vinegar
40 ml sesame oil
2 inches gingerroot, grated
200 g soba noodles
1 cucumber
2 tomatoes, sliced
1/2 head iceberg lettuce
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • For the stock:.
  • put all the ingredients in a pan and bring to the boil. When boiling remove seaweed. Simmer for 40 minutes, strain and cool.
  • For the dressing:.
  • Boil the prepared stock and add the soy, vinegar and and sugar - stir until dissolved. Add ginger and the sesame oil. The dressing is ready and can be stored in the fridge for upto six weeks.
  • For the noodles:.
  • Cook the noodles in boiling water until tender. (note - soba noodles tend to boil quite violently so have a jug of water on hand to arrest the boil) Rinse the noodles in cold water and add the vegetables and dressing and toss until coated.
  • The dish can also be adapted for a non veggie by adding some chopped chicken, ham or salmon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.4, Fat 12.9, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 5511.3, Carbohydrate 57.7, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 8.1, Protein 20.3

SIMPLE SESAME NOODLES



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces thin noodles
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup canola oil
3 tablespoons pure sesame oil
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon hot chili oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 green onions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the noodles according to the package instructions.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together the soy sauce, canola oil, sesame oil, sugar, vinegar, chili oil and garlic in a bowl. Taste and adjust the ingredients as needed.
  • Drain the noodles. Pour the sauce over the warm noodles and toss to coat. Sprinkle with the green onions and toss. Serve in a bowl with chopsticks. Yummy!

SESAME NOODLES



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This homemade sauce makes a sweet and spicy foil for linguine. The best sesame noodles I have every had!

Provided by scoopnana

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) package linguine pasta
6 cloves garlic, minced
6 tablespoons sugar
6 tablespoons safflower oil
6 tablespoons rice vinegar
6 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 teaspoons chili sauce
6 green onions, sliced
1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of lightly salted water to boil. Add pasta, and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, and transfer to a serving bowl.
  • Meanwhile, place a saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in garlic, sugar, oil, vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and chili sauce. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, until sugar dissolves. Pour sauce over linguine, and toss to coat. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.9 calories, Carbohydrate 52 g, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 699.2 mg, Sugar 10 g

SESAME NOODLES



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Don't call for takeout tonight. This authentic-tasting recipe can be on the table in just 20 minutes.

Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (1 lb) uncooked noodles or pasta (any shape)
6 tablespoons soy sauce
6 tablespoons sesame tahini paste
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
Dash crushed red pepper flakes
2 green onions, finely chopped (2 tablespoons)
2 teaspoon sesame seed, toasted
Additional crushed red pepper flakes, if desired

Steps:

  • Cook noodles as directed on package. Drain; place in large bowl.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, stir together soy sauce, tahini paste, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, and dash pepper flakes.
  • Pour mixture over noodles in bowl; toss to coat noodles. Top with green onions, sesame seed and additional pepper flakes. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

COLD SESAME NOODLES



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Categories     Pasta     Side     Picnic     Quick & Easy     Back to School     Lunch     Gourmet

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar or white-wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes, or to taste
2 tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar or granulated sugar, or to taste
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon Oriental sesame oil
1 teaspoon grated peeled fresh ginger
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 pound linguine or lo mein noodles
chopped scallion and cucumber strips for garnish

Steps:

  • In a saucepan combine the soy sauce, the vinegar, the red pepper flakes, the brown sugar, the peanut butter, the oil, the ginger, and the broth, simmer the mixture, stirring, until it is thickened and smooth, and let it cool slightly. In a kettle of boiling salted water cook the noodles until they are al dente, drain them in a colander, and rinse them under cold water. Drain the noodles well, transfer them to a bowl, and toss them with the sauce. Serve the noodles at room temperature and garnish them with the scallion and the cucumber.

MY FAVORITE SESAME NOODLES



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This recipe for sesame noodles is one I've created through trial and error. It combines green onions, peanut butter and sesame oil for a wonderfully complex flavour.

Provided by kelcampbell

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 25m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ (8 ounce) package spaghetti
2 tablespoons peanut butter
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons tamari
1 teaspoon Thai chili sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
1 green onion, chopped
2 teaspoons sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the spaghetti, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
  • Melt the peanut butter in a large microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl, 15 to 20 seconds (depending on your microwave). Whisk the honey, tamari, and chili sauce into the peanut butter, then stir in the sesame oil and ginger. Mix in the garlic and green onions and toss with the spaghetti. Top with the sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 787.5 calories, Carbohydrate 114.6 g, Fat 26.1 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 28.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 2398.7 mg, Sugar 24.3 g

COLD SESAME NOODLES



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Make and share this Cold Sesame Noodles recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KelBel

Categories     Chinese

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper flakes
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon grated gingerroot
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 lb linguine
chopped scallion
cucumber
sesame seeds (to garnish)

Steps:

  • In saucepan over medium heat, mix first 8 ingredients together (soy sauce to chicken broth), stir until thick and smooth.
  • Cook linguine in salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse with cool water.
  • Mix linguine and sauce mixture in bowl.
  • Serve cold or at room temperature with scallions, cucumbers, and sesame seeds as garnish.

COLD SESAME NOODLES



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Even my kids can't resist this unique salad with a peanut butter dressing. To make it a main dish, stir in some cubed cooked chicken.-Elizabeth Perez, Flower Mound, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 ounces uncooked linguine
1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup canola oil
3 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon ground ginger
3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup julienned carrots
8 green onions, thinly sliced
Peanuts or sesame seeds, optional

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a blender, combine the peanut butter, oil, water, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic and pepper flakes; cover and process until blended., Drain linguine; place in a large bowl. Drizzle with three-fourths of the peanut sauce; add carrots and onions. Toss to combine. Refrigerate until serving., Just before serving, add the remaining peanut sauce; toss to coat. Garnish with peanuts if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 545mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make all the difference in the flavor of your dish.
  • Don't overcook the noodles. They should be cooked al dente, with a slight bite to them.
  • Make the sauce ahead of time. This will give the flavors time to meld and develop.
  • Use a variety of toppings. This will add flavor, texture, and color to your dish.
  • Serve the noodles warm or cold. They're delicious either way.

Conclusion:

Sesame noodles are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. They're easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give sesame noodles a try!

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