my favorite sesame noodles

Noodles & Pasta

My Favorite Sesame Noodles

Drescription

Cold Asian-style noodles tossed in a rich sesame-peanut sauce with scallions and veggies. Great for lunch boxes or meatless meals.

Ingredients

1/2 (8 ounce) package spaghetti 2 tablespoons peanut butter
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons tamari
1 teaspoon thai chili sauce 1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 clove garlic, minced
1 green onion, chopped
2 teaspoons sesame seeds

Directions

Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the spaghetti, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
Melt the peanut butter in a large microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl, 15 to 20 seconds (depending on your microwave). Whisk the honey, tamari, and chili sauce into the peanut butter, then stir in the sesame oil and ginger. Mix in the garlic and green onions and toss with the spaghetti. Top with the sesame seeds.

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