Cold sesame noodles recipe for four
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These cold noodles serve four for lunch or a light dinner. Add shredded chicken separately if you want more protein.
Ingredients
Chinese wheat noodles
12 oz
English cucumber
1
Scallions
4
Creamy peanut butter
1/3 cup
Toasted sesame paste
2 tbsp
Low-sodium soy sauce
3 tbsp
Chinkiang vinegar
2 tbsp
Toasted sesame oil
1 tbsp
Chili crisp
2 tbsp
Garlic cloves
2
Fresh ginger
1 tsp
Granulated sugar
1 tsp
Toasted sesame seeds
1 tbsp
How to make it
- Cook noodles until tender, rinse cold, and drain well. 2. Julienne cucumber and thinly slice scallions. 3. Whisk peanut butter, sesame paste, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, chili crisp, garlic, ginger, sugar, and warm water until smooth. 4. Toss noodles with enough sauce to coat. 5. Top with cucumber, scallions, and sesame seeds.
Who this list is for
Cold sesame noodles for four are for lunch or a light dinner with cucumber, scallions, a nutty sesame sauce, and chili crisp. Shredded chicken is optional and separate from this list.
How to use this list
Start by checking for creamy peanut butter, toasted sesame paste, low-sodium soy sauce, Chinkiang vinegar, toasted sesame oil, chili crisp, sugar, and sesame seeds. Buy Chinese wheat noodles, an English cucumber, scallions, garlic, and fresh ginger. Keep the cucumber and scallions for the final assembly.
Common mistakes
Do not confuse toasted sesame paste with sesame oil; both are listed and do different jobs in the sauce. Chinkiang vinegar has a distinct place in this recipe, so check your pantry before buying another vinegar. Do not add chicken to the grocery count unless you want to make that optional addition.
What is on this list
The base is 12 ounces of Chinese wheat noodles. The sauce contains peanut butter, toasted sesame paste, soy sauce, Chinkiang vinegar, sesame oil, chili crisp, garlic, ginger, and sugar. English cucumber, scallions, and toasted sesame seeds add crunch and finish. Cross off any pantry ingredients you already own.
Before you go
Check the noodle aisle for Chinese wheat noodles rather than assuming any dried noodle will match. Plan refrigerator space for the finished cold noodles, and keep the chili crisp easy to reach for anyone who wants extra heat.
FAQ
Who is "Cold sesame noodles recipe for four" for?
Cold sesame noodles for four are for lunch or a light dinner with cucumber, scallions, a nutty sesame sauce, and chili crisp. Shredded chicken is optional and separate from this list.
How should I use "Cold sesame noodles recipe for four"?
Start by checking for creamy peanut butter, toasted sesame paste, low-sodium soy sauce, Chinkiang vinegar, toasted sesame oil, chili crisp, sugar, and sesame seeds. Buy Chinese wheat noodles, an English cucumber, scallions, garlic, and fresh ginger. Keep the cucumber and scallions for the final assembly.
What should I skip or avoid with "Cold sesame noodles recipe for four"?
Do not confuse toasted sesame paste with sesame oil; both are listed and do different jobs in the sauce. Chinkiang vinegar has a distinct place in this recipe, so check your pantry before buying another vinegar. Do not add chicken to the grocery count unless you want to make that optional addition.
What is on the "Cold sesame noodles recipe for four" list?
The base is 12 ounces of Chinese wheat noodles. The sauce contains peanut butter, toasted sesame paste, soy sauce, Chinkiang vinegar, sesame oil, chili crisp, garlic, ginger, and sugar. English cucumber, scallions, and toasted sesame seeds add crunch and finish. Cross off any pantry ingredients you already own.
What should I do before I go?
Check the noodle aisle for Chinese wheat noodles rather than assuming any dried noodle will match. Plan refrigerator space for the finished cold noodles, and keep the chili crisp easy to reach for anyone who wants extra heat.
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