Enjoy chilled noodles tossed in sesame sauce with cucumber, carrots, and fresh herbs. Perfect for warm days.
# Components:
→ Noodles
01 - 10 oz thin wheat noodles or soba noodles
02 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
→ Sesame Sauce
03 - 3 tablespoons tahini or smooth peanut butter
04 - 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
05 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
06 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
07 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
08 - 1 clove garlic, finely grated
09 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
10 - 2 to 3 tablespoons water, as needed
→ Vegetables & Toppings
11 - 1 large cucumber, julienned or thinly sliced
12 - 2 medium carrots, julienned
13 - 3 spring onions, thinly sliced
14 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
15 - 1 small bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
16 - 1 small red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
17 - Lime wedges, for serving
# Directions:
01 - Boil the noodles according to package directions in a large pot. Drain thoroughly, and rinse under cold water until fully cooled. Toss the chilled noodles with sesame oil to prevent sticking.
02 - Combine tahini or peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, toasted sesame oil, grated garlic, grated ginger, and 2 tablespoons water in a mixing bowl. Whisk until smooth, adding additional water as necessary until sauce reaches a pourable consistency.
03 - Divide cold noodles between serving bowls. Drizzle each portion generously with sesame sauce.
04 - Arrange cucumber, carrots, and spring onions over the noodles. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds, chopped cilantro, and sliced chili if desired.
05 - Present bowls with lime wedges for squeezing. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
