Name: Chinese Sesame Noodles
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 24 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: chinese
Ingredients: 1 bunch scallions (top 1 inch trimmed and sliced on a bias); 20 oz udon noodles (fresh); 6 oz edamame (shelled); 0.25 tsp kosher salt (as needed); 2 tsp ginger (freshly grated); 3 clove garlic (grated or crushed); 3.5 tbsp sesame seed paste (chinese roasted); 2 tbsp light soy sauce (chinese); 0.5 tbsp dark soy sauce (optional); 0.5 tbsp agave nectar (or organic cane sugar); 0.5 tbsp chinese black vinegar (see notes for substitutes); 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil; 1 heaping chili garlic sauce (or sambal oelek); 1 null red bell pepper (thinly sliced); 2 handful napa cabbage (shredded); 2 handful english cucumbers (finely diced); 0.25 cup roasted peanuts (chopped); 2 tbsp sesame seeds (roasted white or black)

Chinese Sesame Noodles

These vibrant Chinese Sesame Noodles feature bouncy udon noodles coated in a rich, nutty sesame sauce. Packed with crunchy vegetables and protein-rich edamame, this flavor-packed dish comes together in just 30 minutes. It's the perfect balance of savory, tangy, and spicy, making it an ideal choice for a quick weekday main or a refreshing side dish.

Instructions

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1

Bring a [Large saucepan] of water to a boil. Slice scallions (1 bunch) and soak them in a bowl of cold water for 10 minutes to mellow their pungency, then dry thoroughly.
2

Whisk together ginger (2 tsp), garlic (3 clove), sesame seed paste (3.5 tbsp), light soy sauce (2 tbsp), dark soy sauce (0.5 tbsp), agave nectar (0.5 tbsp), chinese black vinegar (0.5 tbsp), toasted sesame oil (1 tbsp), and chili garlic sauce (1 heaping) in a bowl until smooth.
3

Cook udon noodles (20 oz) per package instructions. Reserve a small amount of noodle water, then drain and rinse under cold water until cool.
4

In a large bowl, combine the noodles and sauce, using a splash of reserved water if needed for creaminess. Fold in the scallions, edamame (6 oz) seasoned with kosher salt (0.25 tsp), red bell pepper (1), napa cabbage (2 handful), english cucumbers (2 handful), roasted peanuts (0.25 cup), and sesame seeds (2 tbsp). Toss well and serve.