Cold Sesame Noodles

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Servings: 3 Difficulty: Advanced
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A refreshing, nutty, and savory vegan dish perfect for warm weather dining.
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These Cold Sesame Noodles offer a delightful balance of textures and flavors, making them an ideal choice for a light yet satisfying meal. The heart of the dish lies in the creamy, rich sesame sauce, which coats the chewy whole wheat udon noodles perfectly. Brightened with fresh snow peas and crisp cucumber, this recipe brings a vibrant freshness to the table. It’s a versatile dish that works beautifully as a main course or a side for summer barbecues. The combination of tamari, rice vinegar, and a hint of spice creates a complex flavor profile that is both comforting and exciting. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this vegan-friendly noodle bowl is a quick weeknight dinner solution that feels indulgent without being heavy. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for the best experience.

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Cold Sesame Noodles

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 3 Calories: 215.9

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These Cold Sesame Noodles offer a delightful balance of textures and flavors, making them an ideal choice for a light yet satisfying meal. The heart of the dish lies in the creamy, rich sesame sauce, which coats the chewy whole wheat udon noodles perfectly. Brightened with fresh snow peas and crisp cucumber, this recipe brings a vibrant freshness to the table. It&# 226;ÂÂs a versatile dish that works beautifully as a main course or a side for summer barbecues. The combination of tamari, rice vinegar, and a hint of spice creates a complex flavor profile that is both comforting and exciting. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this vegan-friendly noodle bowl is a quick weeknight dinner solution that feels indulgent without being heavy. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for the best experience.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  2. Blanch the trimmed snow peas in the boiling water for 1 minute.
  3. Remove the snow peas with a slotted spoon and immediately plunge them into cold water to stop the cooking process.
  4. Drain the snow peas, cut them into thirds, and set aside.
  5. In the same boiling water, cook the whole wheat udon noodles according to package instructions until tender but still chewy.
  6. Drain the noodles well, reserving about 1/2 cup of the starchy cooking water.
  7. Place the hot noodles in a serving bowl and toss immediately with toasted sesame oil to prevent clumping.
  8. In a blender or food processor, combine tahini, roasted garlic, tamari soy sauce, Szechuan peppercorns, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and reserved pasta water.
  9. Blend until smooth, adding more pasta water if needed to reach a consistency similar to pancake batter.
  10. Pour the sesame sauce over the noodles and toss thoroughly to coat.
  11. Fold in the blanched snow peas and toss again to combine.
  12. Taste the noodles and adjust seasoning with additional tamari or pepper if desired.
  13. Top with diced cucumber, thinly sliced scallions, and a sprinkle of sesame seasoning salt.
  14. Serve immediately at room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 3

Amount Per Serving
Calories 215.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.5g3%
Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 4.8mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 44.8g15%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g30%
Sugars 1.9g
Protein 8.9g18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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