Description
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of cold sesame noodles, a delightful dish that combines silky egg noodles with a rich, nutty sauce. Perfect for warm weather gatherings or as a quick weeknight meal, this recipe features vibrant vegetables and aromatic sesame oil. With its creamy texture and satisfying crunch, this dish is sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 4 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup cucumber (julienned)
- 2 green onions (sliced)
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water until chilled.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together tahini, sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar until smooth. Add water if needed to achieve a pourable consistency.
- Toss the cooled noodles in the sauce until evenly coated.
- Fold in shredded carrots and cucumber slices. Top with sliced green onions and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to blend flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg