Best 11 Sesame Pasta Recipes

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When a craving for comfort food strikes, pasta is often the answer. Its versatility allows for endless flavor combinations, and sesame pasta is one particular standout that combines nutty, savory, and slightly sweet flavors. With its origins in Asian cuisine, sesame pasta gained popularity for its distinct sauce made with sesame paste or tahini, which gives it a rich and creamy texture. Whether you prefer a hot or cold version, this dish can be customized to suit your taste and preferences. From classic recipes to modern twists, there is a sesame pasta recipe waiting to be discovered.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SESAME PASTA CHICKEN SALAD



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A refreshing light pasta salad with a delicious Asian flair. Great for a summer cookout or picnic. Tastes great right away, and even better if you can allow it to marinate for a while.

Provided by ohines

Categories     Salad

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

¼ cup sesame seeds
1 (16 ounce) package bow tie pasta
½ cup vegetable oil
⅓ cup light soy sauce
⅓ cup rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
3 tablespoons white sugar
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 cups shredded, cooked chicken breast meat
⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
⅓ cup chopped green onion

Steps:

  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add sesame seeds, and cook stirring frequently until lightly toasted. Remove from heat, and set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain pasta, and rinse under cold water until cool. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine vegetable oil, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, sesame seeds, ginger, and pepper. Shake well.
  • Pour sesame dressing over pasta, and toss to coat evenly. Gently mix in chicken, cilantro, and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 calories, Carbohydrate 38.3 g, Cholesterol 23.9 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 308.1 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

SESAME CHICKEN AND ASPARAGUS PASTA



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Make and share this Sesame Chicken and Asparagus Pasta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CandyTX

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces linguine
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
6 tablespoons chunky peanut butter
1/4 cup soy sauce
6 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon hot chili oil (optional)
2 cooked boneless skinless chicken breast halves
5 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
1 lb thin asparagus, trimmed
3 scallions, white bulb and inches green cut up
1 small cucumber, halved and seeded cut into 1/4 inch dice

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add the linguine and cook until just tender. Drain and rinse under cold water. Drain again, and set aside in a large mixing bowl.
  • Place the garlic, vinegar, brown sugar, peanut butter and soy sauce in a food processor. Process for one minute. With motor running, slowly add the sesame and chile oils through the feed tube, and process until well blended.
  • Shred the chicken into 2 inc julienne and toss with linguine. Add the sauce and 4 T of the sesame seeds and toss to coat well.
  • Cut the asaragus on a diagonal into 1 inch lengths. Blanch in a saucepan of boiling water for 1 minutes. Drain, rinse under cold water and pat dry.
  • Place the linguine and chicken in a large flat serving bowl and arrange the asaragus on top. Sprinkle with scallions, cucumber and remaining sesame seeds.
  • Serve at room temperature.

NORRIS' SESAME PASTA SALAD



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Do not question whether or not to try this recipe. It is a nice pasta salad for any occasion that, once tasted, one cannot resist having some more.

Provided by WholesomeHunter

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Spaghetti Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 4h25m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound spaghetti
½ cup sesame oil
7 tablespoons honey
6 tablespoons soy sauce
¼ cup corn oil
2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, or to taste
1 teaspoon salt
¾ cup chopped fresh cilantro, or more to taste
¾ cup shaved green onions, or more to taste
⅓ cup honey-roasted peanuts, or more to taste
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain.
  • Mix spaghetti, sesame oil, honey, soy sauce, corn oil, red pepper flakes, and salt together in a large bowl until spaghetti is evenly coated. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Add cilantro, green onions, peanuts, and sesame seeds; toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.7 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 446.6 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

SESAME PASTA SALAD



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Based on the Sesame Pasta Chicken Salad recipe from Allrecipes. I replaced the chicken in the original recipe with cabbage and use coconut sugar for an extra bit of flavor... this is a hit wherever I take it, especially with my vegan friends! I think this tastes better prepared the day before.

Provided by Barucha

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup sesame seeds
1 (16 ounce) package pasta
1/3 cup sesame oil (should smell slightly of sesame, light amber color)
1/3 cup light soy sauce
1/3 cup rice vinegar
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil (should smell strongly of sesame, very dark color)
3 tablespoons coconut sugar crystals (or your sweetener of choice)
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 -5 cups shredded cabbage
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/3 cup chopped green onion

Steps:

  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add sesame seeds, and cook stirring frequently until lightly toasted. Remove from heat, and set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain pasta, and rinse under cold water until cool. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine oil, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, sweetener, sesame seeds, ginger, and pepper. Shake well.
  • Pour sesame dressing over pasta, and toss to coat evenly. Gently mix in cabbage, cilantro, and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.5, Fat 10.2, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 555.4, Carbohydrate 37.4, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 2.4, Protein 8.1

SESAME CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



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"This tasty chicken salad tops my list of most-requested recipes," informs Fran Thompson of Tarboro, North Carolina. "I've made it for countless occasions-from church potlucks and family functions to bridal luncheons.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups chopped cooked chicken breast
2 cups torn fresh spinach
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the soy sauce, vinegar, oil, sugar, sesame seeds, salt and pepper; shake well. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; place in a bowl. Add chicken and half of the dressing; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Set remaining dressing aside., Just before serving, add the spinach, onions, parsley and remaining dressing; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 496mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SESAME PASTA



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A quick side dish with an Asian flair. A change from fried rice. Other vegetables may be used in place of or along with the green onion and bean sprouts, including sliced mushrooms, pea pods, slivered carrots, etc. Any large vegetables should be precooked in a little oil and then added to the pasta mixture.

Provided by Wrocklage72

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon sesame oil
8 ounces dry fettuccine pasta
½ teaspoon soy sauce
2 green onions, chopped
¾ cup fresh bean sprouts
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 pinch ground white pepper
1 pinch garlic powder
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Break fettucine noodles in half and place them in a large pot of boiling salted water. Cook until al dente, drain and rinse.
  • Heat oil in skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the soy sauce, green onions, bean sprouts, cayenne, pepper, garlic powder and pasta. Stir and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to serving plates and garnish with toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Carbohydrate 43.4 g, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 42.9 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

SESAME CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



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This is perfect for any potluck. This salad packs a lot of flavor and is very hearty. You will get rave reviews with this one.

Provided by Annie

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Spinach Pasta Salad

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (12 ounce) package radiatore pasta
¼ cup sesame seeds
¼ cup salad oil
¾ cup soy sauce
½ cup white wine vinegar
3 ½ tablespoons sugar
2 cups cubed, cooked chicken
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
½ cup coarsely chopped green onion
4 cups torn fresh spinach leaves

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Stir in sesame seeds and cook until golden brown. Remove from heat. Stir in soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar. Pour dressing into a sealable container, and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, mix together pasta, cooked chicken, and 1 cup dressing (reserve remaining dressing). Cover salad, and refrigerate at least 6 hours.
  • Directly before serving, stir in parsley, green onions, and spinach. Toss with remaining dressing, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475.1 calories, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 36.4 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 23.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 1871.2 mg, Sugar 10.1 g

SESAME SHRIMP AND ASPARAGUS WITH ANGEL HAIR PASTA



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Categories     Shellfish     Sauté     Quick & Easy

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb. Angel Hair Pasta, cooked al dente
1 lb. Shrimp, peeled
1 lb. Asperagus, peeled
2 clove Garlic, minced
2 tsp. Ginger, grated
1 Tbs. Sesame Oil
1 Jalapeno Chile, minced
1 Tbs. Sesame Seeds, toasted
2 Tbs. Canola Oil

Steps:

  • Over medium-high heat, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the Asparagus and cook until crisp-tender, about 4-5 minutes. Remove Asparagus and refresh with cold water. Keep pot of water boiling. Cut-off the Asparagus tips and reserve. Cut the Asparagus stalks into 1" pieces, diagonally. Reheat the Angel Hair in the boiling water, about 1-2 minutes. Drain the Angel Hair and transfer to a large bowl. Toss with 1 tablespoon of the Canola Oil. In a large saute pan over medium-high heat, heat the remaining Canola Oil. Add the Garlic and Ginger and, stirring constantly, cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the Shrimp and cook, stirring frequently, until pink, about 3 minutes. Add the Jalapeno and cut Asparagus. Saute until warmed, about 1 minute. Add the drained Angel Hair and cook, gently tossing the pasta, until warmed, about 2-3 minutes. Add the Sesame Oil and toss to combine. Transfer to a large serving bowl and garnish with the Asparagus tips and Sesame Seeds.

SESAME PASTA



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Make and share this Sesame Pasta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by princessmommie

Categories     Asian

Time 25m

Yield 12 cups, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb angel hair pasta
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 teaspoons hot pepper oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
3 -5 green onions, sliced

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • Blend sesame oil, vinegar, hot oil, salt, pepper, soy sauce and sugar. Stir until sugar is completely dissolved. Pour over pasta.
  • Toast sesame seeds by placing in a hot skillet and tossing until lightly toasted. Set aside seeds.
  • In same pan used for sesame seeds, heat vegetable oil until smoking. Pour over pasta.
  • Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and green onions. Toss well.

SESAME NOODLES--INDONESIAN PASTA RECIPE



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Categories     Pasta

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons peanut butter
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon brown sugar
6 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
18 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 cup sliced green onions

Steps:

  • Directions In a small saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat; keep warm. Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute asparagus and red pepper in oil for 6-8 minutes. Add green onions; saute 2-3 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Drain pasta; toss with vegetable mixture and reserved sauce. Yield: 4 servings.

TOMATO-SESAME PASTA TOSS



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This hearty warm pasta salad features so many flavors and textures, it's amazing they all fit in one bowl! "The sesame oil and soy sauce give it an Asian flair," shares Betty Mitchem of Satsuma, Alabama.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 quarts water
8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta, broken in half
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
14 to 16 cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup torn fresh spinach
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup cashews
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 teaspoons lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon finely chopped jalapeno pepper

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, bring water to a boil. Add pasta; boil for 4 minutes. Add broccoli, boil 2 minutes longer or until pasta is tender. Rinse with cold water and drain. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the tomatoes, mushrooms, spinach, onions and cashews; toss. , In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the remaining ingredients; shake well. Pour over pasta mixture; gently toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use different types of nuts: Instead of peanuts, try walnuts, almonds, or hazelnuts for a different flavor profile.
  • Experiment with different oils: Sesame oil is a classic choice, but you can also use olive oil, avocado oil, or nut oils for a different flavor.
  • Add some heat: If you like spicy food, add a pinch of chili powder or cayenne pepper to the sauce.
  • Make it a complete meal: Serve sesame pasta with a side of steamed vegetables, grilled chicken, or tofu for a complete and balanced meal.
  • Store leftovers properly: Leftover sesame pasta can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Sesame pasta is a delicious, versatile, and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or as a snack. With its creamy, nutty flavor and simple ingredients, it's a great choice for busy weeknights or when you're looking for a quick and healthy meal. So next time you're looking for a new pasta recipe to try, give sesame pasta a try – you won't be disappointed!

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