10-Minute Chinese Sesame Noodles
These quick Chinese sesame noodles are rich, nutty, savory, and ready in about 10 minutes. A creamy sesame-peanut sauce clings to hot wheat noodles, with scallions and chili oil adding freshness and heat.
Servings1 Portions
Prep Time5 Mins
Cook Time5 Mins
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients
1
- fresh wheat noodles4 oz
- sesame paste0.5 tbsp
- peanut butter1 tbsp
- light soy sauce1 tbsp
- rice vinegar1 tsp
- vegetable oil1 tbsp
- sugar0.5 tsp
- hot water5 tbsp
- scallion1
- chili oil1 tsp
Step-by-Step Instructions
01
Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the fresh wheat noodles according to the package directions, just until tender and springy.
02
While the noodles cook, whisk the sesame paste, peanut butter, light soy sauce, rice vinegar, vegetable oil, sugar, and hot water in a bowl until smooth and pourable. Add the water gradually so the sauce emulsifies instead of turning lumpy.
03
Drain the noodles well, then immediately toss them with the sesame sauce while they are still hot. Add the chopped scallion and finish with chili oil if you want a spicy kick. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Chef's Tips
Chinese sesame paste gives the deepest roasted flavor, but tahini can work in a pinch; add a little extra peanut butter if using tahini. If the sauce thickens as it sits, loosen it with 1-2 tbsp hot noodle water. For make-ahead noodles, store the sauce and noodles separately and toss just before serving.
