Spicy Sesame Noodles Recipe

Craving a flavorful and easy noodle dish? This Spicy Sesame Noodles recipe, inspired by the Moosewood Cookbook, is a crowd-pleaser for potlucks and weeknight dinners! Enjoy it hot or cold – the vibrant sesame sauce, perfectly coating your favorite pasta (fusilli or gemelli recommended!), is simply irresistible. Add grilled chicken or tofu for extra protein. Get ready for a quick and delicious meal that's both satisfying and unforgettable!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 699.5 kcal
Protein 48g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Spicy Sesame Noodles

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How to Make Spicy Sesame Noodles

  1. Cook 1 pound of pasta (fusilli or gemelli recommended) according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While the pasta cooks, whisk together in a medium bowl: 1/2 cup peanut butter, 1/4 cup tahini, 1/4 cup water, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, and 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Add more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, to reach desired consistency.
  3. Add the drained pasta to the sauce and toss to coat. Add a little reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
  4. Garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped scallions (optional) and 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional).
  5. Serve immediately, hot or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

66 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

21g

Carbs

31g