Name: Cold Sesame Noodles Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 2 tsp tahini; 2/3 cup peanut butter; 1 1/2 tbsp white vinegar; 1 cup chicken stock; 1 tsp powdered ginger; 2 tsp soy sauce; 1/2 lb fettuccine; 2 tbsp peanut oil; 2 whole scallions; 1 whole cucumber; 1 cup soy bean sprouts; chili oil

These Asian noodles are addictive. Kids love the taste, and grown-ups appreciate a healthful meal that can keep in the refrigerator for at least a day or two.

How To Make Cold Sesame Noodles

Prep: 5 mins

Cook: 10 mins

Total: 15 mins

Serves:

Ingredients

2 tsp tahini, sesame paste
2/3 cup peanut butter, smooth or chunky,unsweetened
1 1/2 tbsp white vinegar , or rice vinegar
1 cup chicken stock
1 tsp powdered ginger
2 tsp soy sauce
1/2 lb fettuccine, spaghetti, or Chinese egg noodles
2 tbsp peanut oil
2 whole scallions, sliced crosswise
1 whole cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced (optional)
1 cup soy bean sprouts, rinsed and drained (optional)
chili oil

Instructions

In a small bowl, prepare the sauce by combining the tahini, peanut butter, vinegar, stock, ginger, and soy sauce.
Boil the noodles according to the package directions or until slightly al dente.
Drain the noodles, then toss with 2 Tbs. of peanut oil just to coat. Toss with the sauce, then refrigerate.
Just before serving, garnish with scallions, cucumber, and bean sprouts and offer chili oil to those who like a spicy dish.

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