Sesame Noodles
A quick and flavorful noodle dish tossed in a savory sesame sauce with crisp vegetables. Perfect for a light yet satisfying lunch.
Ingredients
- 8 oz Chinese egg noodles (or ramen)
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp honey
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cucumber, julienned
- 2 carrots, julienned
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 4 green onions, sliced
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
Instructions
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1
Cook 8 oz Chinese egg noodles (or ramen) according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
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2
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp sesame oil, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 2 tsp honey, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger to make the sauce.
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3
In a large bowl, combine the cooked noodles with 1 julienned cucumber, 2 julienned carrots, 1 thinly sliced red bell pepper, and most of the 4 sliced green onions.
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4
Pour the sauce over the noodle mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
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5
Divide into portions and garnish with the remaining green onions and 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving. Can be enjoyed warm or chilled.