Chinese Cold Sesame Noodles
A low effort, refreshing and hearty dish that comes together in just 10 minutes, these Chinese cold sesame noodles are the perfect dish for summer time!
Ingredients
- 4 oz Chinese thin wheat noodles dried or fresh
Sauce:
- 1 tbsp Chinese sesame paste
- 1 tbsp natural, unsalted peanut butter (or sub with more Chinese sesame paste)
- 1 clove garlic minced or grated
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tbsp Chinese black vinegar
- 1/2 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tbsp chili oil or more to taste
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 2-3 tbsp hot water
- small pinch of salt optional
Toppings:
- Persian cucumber sliced
- scallions
- cilantro optional
- sesame seeds optional
- crushed peanuts optional
Instructions
Cook the noodles
- Cook the thin wheat noodles according to package directions. Fresh noodles usually only require 1-2 minutes, and dried noodles will usually require 5-7 minutes depending on their thickness.4 oz Chinese thin wheat noodles
- Prepare an ice bath for the noodles and set aside.
- While the noodles are cooking, prepare the sauce.
Prepare the sauce and garnishes
- Mix all the sauce ingredients together, except for the hot water.1 tbsp Chinese sesame paste, 1 tbsp natural, unsalted peanut butter, 1 clove garlic, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1/2 tbsp Chinese black vinegar, 1/2 tbsp sugar, 1/2 tbsp chili oil, 1 tsp toasted sesame oil, small pinch of salt
- Gradually add the hot water 1 tbsp at a time until the sauce reaches a slightly runny consistency. Taste the sauce and adjust to your preference.2-3 tbsp hot water
- Slice the cucumbers and scallions (if using).Persian cucumber, scallions
- Once the noodles are done boiling, drain them, then drop them into the ice bath for 1-2 minutes.
- Drain well, then top the noodles with your sauce and garnishes. Enjoy!cilantro, sesame seeds, crushed peanuts
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