If you're looking for a quick and easy meal that's packed with flavor, then noodles with sesame sauce is the perfect dish for you. This classic Asian dish can be made with a variety of different ingredients, so you can customize it to your own taste. The key to making a great noodles with sesame sauce is to use a flavorful sauce that's not too thick or too thin. You'll also want to make sure that the noodles are cooked al dente, so they're still slightly chewy.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
COLD SESAME NOODLES
This dish is full of ingredients that you can store in your pantry, such as noodles, soy sauce, and tahini (sesame paste). After you toss the cool noodles in the creamy sauce, drizzle them with Chinese chili oil to add a little kick to this simple side dish.From the book "Mad Hungry," by Lucinda Scala Quinn (Artisan Books).
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add the noodles, and cook until just barely tender, 5 to 6 minutes, or according to the package instructions. Drain well. Toss them with the sesame oil to coat. Cover and refrigerate.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, thin the sesame paste by stirring enough water into the paste to achieve the consistency of thick cream. Whisk together the vinegar, soy sauce, and sugar. Add the mixture to the sesame paste. Stir in the garlic, three quarters of the scallion, and the ginger.
- Just before serving, toss the chilled noodles with the sauce. Garnish with the remaining scallion and drizzle with the chili oil, if using.
TAKEOUT-STYLE SESAME NOODLES
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
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
HOISIN SAUCE NOODLES WITH CHICKEN
My father would make this super spicy chicken dish ("Hacked Chicken") where the chicken was gently poached without seasonings and then topped with a super spicy sauce. I always loved that dish; the chicken was like a blank canvas and this jarringly spicy topping just woke it up. In college, I created this dorm room hybrid, bulking it up for my roommates with a pound of pasta, and I randomly added hoisin sauce (because I had a jar of it). The dish looks to recreate that contrast of something searching for flavor and a sauce that offers nothing but. The textures of the pasta only amplify the dish. These are really great eaten right out of the bowl or made and left to marinate for a few hours or overnight. To that end, they make great leftovers, if you have any. A note about the chicken stock: I love enriching stock with chicken, so make sure you reserve and use the poaching stock from this recipe for a soup, risotto or pan sauce.
Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place the sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat and toast until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- Cook the chicken. In a medium skillet, bring the chicken stock to a simmer over medium-high heat. Submerge the chicken breasts in the stock, then reduce the heat to low and poach until the meat is completely cooked through and the internal temperature in the thickest part of the chicken breast registers 165 degrees F on a meat thermometer, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let rest for 5 to 10 minutes. Use a sharp knife to cut the meat into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Set aside. Let the chicken stock cool and reserve for another use.
- Make the pasta. In a medium pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Line a sheet pan with a clean kitchen towel and set aside. Season the water with salt until it tastes like sea water. Plunge the pasta in the water and cook until cooked but still chewy ("al dente"), 4 to 6 minutes. Place a colander in the sink. Reserve a little pasta water, then drain the pasta thoroughly. Shake the colander a few times to remove excess water. Spread the pasta on the towel so it cools more quickly. Gently use a second towel to cover and pat the pasta dry. (Removing the excess moisture assures that the sauce will have a full flavor effect on the noodles.)
- Make the sauce. In a large bowl, combine the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, ginger, sesame oil, vinegar and hot sauce. Adjust the seasonings. Stir in half of the scallions. Set aside.
- Add the pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly. Add some of the reserved water if necessary. Transfer the pasta and sauce to a large serving bowl. Set aside.
- Arrange the chicken on top of the pasta. Top the pasta with the reserved sesame seeds and remaining scallions.
SESAME NOODLES
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
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
NOODLES WITH SESAME SAUCE
Provided by Food Network
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine 2 tablespoons smooth peanut butter, 2 tablespoons, dark soy, 2 tablespoons chili oil, 2 tablespoons sesame oil, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, MSG, and 2 teaspoons sugar in a bowl.
- Boil 12 ounces oriental noodles. Drain. Add 2 tablespoons sesame oil, 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds, and the prepared sauce. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
SIMPLE SESAME SOY ORIENTAL NOODLES
Make and share this Simple Sesame Soy Oriental Noodles recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Start cooking the udon noodles according to the package directions.
- In a bowl, whisk together the next 6 ingredients.
- When the noodles are done, drain and transfer to a large bowl; drizzle the sauce over the noodles; toss quickly.
- Sprinkle the sliced scallions over the top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.4, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 1553, Carbohydrate 47.7, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 4.7, Protein 7.6
NOODLES IN SESAME-SOY SAUCE
It tastes like something you might eat at a Chinese Restaurant but it's pretty healthy. Eat it as a side dish or appetizer.
Provided by Bellinda
Categories Chinese
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Sauce: In a small bowl combine soy sauce, oil, sugar and vinegar.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, noodles and sauce. Stir. Transfer to a platter and sprinkle with scallions and sesame seeds.
- To give it more flavor you might stir in minced garlic and some chili sauce. Also play around with the amount of ingredients to you likings.
COLD SESAME NOODLES WITH SPICY PEANUT SAUCE
Spicy Asian-style sesame noodles that are delicious served cold or hot.
Provided by KBANDE
Categories Pasta and Noodles Noodle Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook linguine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes.
- While the pasta is cooking, combine peanut butter, sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, and garlic in a large bowl; mix well.
- Drain pasta and rinse under cold water. Add to the sauce and toss to coat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onion.
- Refrigerate until cold, at least 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 365 calories, Carbohydrate 45.8 g, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 503.8 mg, Sugar 4.4 g
CHINESE NOODLES WITH SESAME DRESSING
Liven up a noodle side dish with a dressing made with fresh cilantro, lime juice and sesame oil.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large pot of boiling water, cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain; rinse under cold water until completely cool. Transfer to a large bowl; toss with vegetable oil. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine lime juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, red pepper, and cilantro.
- Pour over noodles; season with salt and ground pepper. Toss, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 5 g
Tips:
- Choose the right noodles: For this recipe, it's best to use thin noodles, such as ramen or soba. These noodles will cook quickly and absorb the sauce well.
- Make the sauce ahead of time: The sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This makes it a great option for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
- Use a variety of vegetables: Feel free to add any vegetables you like to this dish. Some good options include broccoli, bell peppers, carrots, and snap peas.
- Don't overcook the noodles: The noodles should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. Overcooked noodles will become mushy and won't hold the sauce as well.
- Serve immediately: This dish is best served immediately after it's made. The noodles will start to absorb the sauce and become soggy if you let it sit for too long.
Conclusion:
Noodles with sesame sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give this recipe a try.
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