Best 5 Sesame Udon Noodles Recipes

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Sesame udon noodles are a popular Japanese dish made with thick, chewy udon noodles tossed in a savory and sweet sauce. The noodles are typically served cold, but can also be enjoyed warm. They are often garnished with sesame seeds, scallions, and nori (dried seaweed). Sesame udon noodles can be found at many Japanese restaurants, or you can easily make them at home with a few simple ingredients. Whether you are a novice or an experienced cook, this article will provide you with a comprehensive guide to help you create the perfect sesame udon noodle dish.

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

SESAME UDON NOODLES



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This is a quick and delicious side-dish to serve with your Asian themed meal. Or, add chicken, pork, shrimp, etc. to make it a meal in itself.

Provided by CaribbeanQueen

Categories     Vegetable

Time 18m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh gingerroot, minced
1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1/4 cup peanut oil
3 tablespoons sesame oil
1 dash hot pepper sauce
1/2 green bell pepper, julienned
1/2 red bell pepper, julienned
1/2 yellow bell pepper, julienned
4 green onions, sliced diagonally
2 cups snap peas, sliced diagonally
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, lightly toasted
2 (8 ounce) packages fresh udon noodles

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine the garlic, ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, peanut oil, sesame oil and hot pepper sauce. Close the lid, and shake vigoroulsy to blend. Set aside to let the flavors blend.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add udon noodles, and cook until tender, about 3 minutes. Drain, and place in a serving bowl.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the peppers with green onions and peas. Heat in the microwave until warm, but still crisp.
  • Add to the noodles in the bowl, and pour dressing over all.
  • Toss to coat, then sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  • Toasting sesame seeds: Toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat. Shake pan or stir occasionally until lightly browned and fragrant, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.4, Fat 26.2, SaturatedFat 4.1, Sodium 541, Carbohydrate 10.8, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 3.3, Protein 3.4

SESAME UDON NOODLES



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Unhulled sesame seeds, available at Asian markets, will make the sauce creamy; the plain white variety will not produce the same results.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound udon noodles
3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
1/2 cup unhulled sesame seeds
1/4 cup soy sauce
6 tablespoons mirin (Japanese cooking wine)
2 teaspoons rice-wine vinegar
1 teaspoon black sesame seeds (optional)
2 scallions, white and light-green parts only, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Bring a stockpot of water to a boil. Stir in noodles, and cook until al dente, about 6 minutes, or according to package instructions. Remove from heat, and drain. Transfer noodles to a serving bowl, and toss with 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Set aside.
  • Gently toast unhulled sesame seeds in a small skillet set over low heat until just fragrant, about 2 minutes. Transfer seeds to a bowl to cool.
  • Place toasted sesame seeds, soy sauce, mirin, the remaining 2 tablespoons sesame oil, and the rice-wine vinegar in the jar of a blender; process until smooth and creamy. Pour dressing over reserved noodles, and toss to combine. Sprinkle with black sesame seeds, if using, and scallions. Serve immediately.

QUICK SESAME UDON NOODLES



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Udon noodles get their flavor here from a toasted sesame seed sauce.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound udon noodles
3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
1/2 cup unhulled sesame seeds
1/4 cup soy sauce
6 tablespoons mirin (Japanese cooking wine)
2 teaspoons rice-wine vinegar
1 teaspoon black sesame seeds (optional)
2 scallions, white and light-green parts only, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Bring a stockpot of water to a boil. Stir in the noodles, and cook until al dente, about 6 minutes or according to package instructions. Remove from heat, and drain. Transfer noodles to a serving bowl, and toss with 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Set aside.
  • Gently toast unhulled sesame seeds in a small skillet set over low heat until just fragrant, about 2 minutes. Transfer seeds to a bowl to cool.
  • Place toasted sesame seeds, soy sauce, mirin, the remaining 2 tablespoons sesame oil, and the rice-wine vinegar in the jar of a blender; process until smooth and creamy. Pour dressing over reserved noodles, and toss to combine. Sprinkle with black sesame seeds, if using, and scallions. Serve immediately.

SESAME UDON NOODLES



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This is a wonderful side dish to serve with your Asian-themed meal. So quick and easy to prepare.

Provided by BAJATHECAT

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Peas

Time 23m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
¼ cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
¼ cup peanut oil
3 tablespoons sesame oil
1 dash hot pepper sauce
½ green bell pepper, julienned
½ red bell pepper, julienned
½ yellow bell pepper, julienned
4 green onions, minced
2 cups diagonally sliced snap peas
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
1 (7 ounce) package fresh udon noodles

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine the garlic, ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, peanut oil, sesame oil and hot pepper sauce. Close the lid, and shake vigorously to blend. Set aside to let the flavors blend.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add udon noodles, and cook until tender, about 3 minutes. Drain, and place in a serving bowl.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the green, red, and yellow peppers with green onion and peas. Heat in the microwave until warm, but still crisp. Add to the noodles in the bowl, and pour the dressing over all. Toss to coat everything in dressing, then sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 459.5 calories, Carbohydrate 45.1 g, Fat 27 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 1205.8 mg, Sugar 2 g

KIMCHI SESAME UDON NOODLES



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Enjoy udon noodles with kimchi, radish and spring onion for a speedy midweek meal that delivers three of your 5-a-day. Top with a fried egg and chilli flakes

Provided by Liberty Mendez

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

200g straight-to-wok udon noodles
1½ tbsp sesame oil
1 onion, halved and finely sliced
thumb-sized piece of ginger, grated
200g long-stemmed broccoli, stalks sliced
75g kimchi, finely chopped
100g radishes, finely sliced
4 spring onions, sliced
½ tbsp low-salt soy sauce
2 large eggs
2 tsp black sesame seeds
1 tsp chilli flakes (optional)

Steps:

  • Put the noodles in a sieve over the sink and pour over a kettle of boiling water. Toss to separate, then leave to drain.
  • Heat 1 tbsp of the sesame oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat. Add the onion and ginger, and fry for 5 mins until softened slightly. Add the broccoli, kimchi and radish, and continue to fry for 5 mins. Stir in the drained noodles, spring onions and soy sauce.
  • Meanwhile, put the remaining ½ tbsp oil in a small frying pan and fry the eggs for 3 mins, or until cooked to your liking. Serve the noodles in bowls with an egg on top, and sprinkle with the sesame seeds and some chilli flakes, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 36 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 10 grams fiber, Protein 21 grams protein, Sodium 1.7 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose the right udon noodles: Look for thick, chewy udon noodles made from wheat flour. You can find them in the Asian section of most grocery stores.
  • Cook the noodles al dente: Udon noodles should be cooked until they are tender but still have a slight bite to them. Overcooked noodles will be mushy and unpleasant.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what really makes sesame udon noodles special. Be sure to use a sauce that is flavorful and has a good balance of sweet, salty, and savory flavors.
  • Add your favorite toppings: Sesame udon noodles are delicious on their own, but you can also add your favorite toppings to make them even more special. Some popular toppings include green onions, sesame seeds, nori strips, and tempura.
  • Enjoy immediately: Sesame udon noodles are best enjoyed immediately after they are made. The noodles will start to lose their texture and flavor if they are left to sit for too long.

Conclusion

Sesame udon noodles are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious bowl of sesame udon noodles that will satisfy your taste buds and leave you feeling full and satisfied.

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