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Sesame Noodles


Recipe Information
Source:
Marianna

Serves/Makes:4

Ingredients
  • 8 oz (224 grm). thin egg noodles or linguini
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) peanut or vegetable oil, divided use
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) light soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) red wine vinegar
  • 2-1/2 Tbsp (35 ml). chunky or smooth peanut butter
  • 1 tsp (5 ml). sugar
  • 1 tsp (5 ml). dark toasted sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp (2 ml). ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp (2 ml). salt
  • 3 Tbsp (45 ml). sesame seeds
  • 2 Tbsp (30 ml). garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp (2 ml). crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 green onions, sliced
Preparation
  • Cook noodles in boiling water until al dente.
  • Rinse, drain and toss with 2 tbsp (30 ml) peanut oil.
  • Mix soy, vinegar, peanut butter, sugar, sesame oil, ginger and salt in deep jar or bowl.
  • Whisk until smooth.
  • Toast sesame seeds in large skillet until light brown and fragrant.
  • Remove seeds.
  • In same skillet, heat 2 tbsp (30 ml) peanut oil over medium heat.
  • Add garlic and pepper flakes; cook and stir until garlic starts to color.
  • Add noodles and soy mixture.
  • Toss to mix.
  • Cook just until heated through, about 2 minutes.
  • Cool to room temperature.
  • Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.
Comments
Notes: Thin Chinese egg noodles make a chewier dish. Crunchy and colorful toppings are: chopped peanuts, tiny pieces of celery, red bell pepper and raw carrot. This is faster to prepare than read. A great make-ahead dish.