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5 from 18 Ratings

Published: April 1, 2021Author: Amy

These quick and easy Sesame Noodles are light, but filling. Awesome sesame flavor and zing from chili oil. This recipe is ready in only 15 minutes and can be served warm or cold. It’s crazy delicious!

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We’ve been obsessed with these Sesame Noodles since 2010 when we first shared it. Our love has not waned, so I thought it was worth bumping this recipe back to the top again. They’re so easy and crazy delish! It’s another one of my life-saver recipes, ready in 15 minutes (tops!) and loved by everyone.

If you can boil water and mix things together in a bowl, you can make these noodles. Tender pasta is tossed with a simple and super flavorful sesame sauce, using common pantry ingredients. You can enjoy it as a side with your favorite stir fry or add some vegetables or protein to them and serve as a complete meal. They are just great!

Sesame Noodles Recipe

To make this sesame noodles recipe, you’ll need these ingredients:

  • Noodles: I always use thin spaghetti, but really any type of pasta works, so use your favorite!
  • Soy sauce: Low-sodium to tame the saltiness.
  • Rice wine vinegar: For wonderful tang and flavor.
  • Granulated sugar: Yes, sugar! Just a little. It helps balance out the acidity from the vinegar.
  • Garlic: For aromatics, zing, and flavor.
  • Toasted sesame oil: One of my most beloved ingredients! Rich, nutty, with a distinct toasted sesame aroma and punch of flavor.
  • Canola oil: A neutral cooking oil, with a mild flavor.
  • Hot chili oil: Just a little for some heat. Sriracha could be used instead.
  • Hot water: Combine with the oils to make more of a sauce that coats the noodles.
  • Scallions: For a subtle peppery, onion flavor. These get tossed with the noodles and also sprinkled on top.
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Recipe Variations

These noodles are awesome as is, but there are so many ways to jazz them up!

  • Add in some protein: If you want these noodles to be more substantial, you could toss in some seasoned and cooked beef, pork, chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
  • Add in some veggies: Toss in some edamame, snap peas, broccoli, bell peppers, mushrooms, or carrots. Sky’s the limit! They can be raw or cooked, depending on your preference.
  • Make it spicy: We use a bit of chili oil for this recipe, which gives it a little heat and adds dimension of flavor, but if you want it really spicy, double the amount or add in some cracked red pepper flakes.
  • Stir in some nut butter: A couple tablespoons of sunflower butter, almond butter, or peanut butter gives the sauce a different, delicious flavor.
  • Try a different noodle: I always make this with pasta noodles, but lo mein, soba, or ramen are good, too.

How to Make Sesame Noodles

This recipe is crazy easy! Simply:

  1. Cook the pasta, al dente.
  2. Whisk together the sauce ingredients.
  3. Toss the two together.
  4. Sprinkle with scallions and toss again.
  5. Serve hot or cold.
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What to Serve with Sesame Noodles

These sesame noodles go well with:

  • Almost any stir fry recipe
  • Roasted Snap Peas
  • Panko Pan Fried Pork Chops
  • Hoisin Air Fryer Salmon
  • Honey Soy Baked Chicken Drumsticks
  • Korean Ground Beef

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Easy Sesame Noodles

5 from 18 Ratings

These quick and easy Sesame Noodles are light, but filling. Awesome sesame flavor and zing from chili oil. This recipe is ready in only 15 minutes and can be served warm or cold. It's crazy delicious!

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Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces thin spaghetti
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 4 tablespoons canola oil
  • 3 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons hot water
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 4 cloves garlic ,minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon hot chili oil
  • 4 scallions ,diced

Instructions

  • Bring a pot of water to boil. Salt water and cook pasta until al dente according to package directions. Drain.

  • While pasta is cooking, whisk all other ingredients (except green onions) together in a bowl. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

  • Pour sauce over warm noodles and toss to coat. Sprinkle with scallions and toss again.

  • Serve hot or cold and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 385kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 360mg | Potassium: 176mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 80IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional information given is an automatic calculation and can vary based on the exact products you use and any changes you make to the recipe. If these numbers are very important to you, I would recommend calculating them yourself.

Other Notes

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Asian

Keyword: sesame noodles

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FAQs

How to make your own 2 minute noodles? ›

Method
  1. Place vegetables, water, stock powder and miso in a saucepan, warm over medium heat until just boiling. ...
  2. Meanwhile, rinse 2.2L or 4.7L stainless steel food warmer with boiling water to preheat and then place noodles in.
  3. Pour stock and vegetable mixture over noodles and immediately cover with food warmer lid.

What kind of noodles are best for sesame noodles? ›

Here's what you'll need to make sesame noodles. Noodles: Thin, dried wheat noodles work best here because they cook up chewy and don't get too gloppy or gummy when tossed with the sauce. My favorite are Taiwanese noodles called kuan miao. Skip the noodles that contain egg.

What can I add to noodles to make them tasty? ›

More like this
  1. Frozen peas.
  2. Frozen sweetcorn.
  3. Edamame.
  4. Grated carrot.
  5. Spinach.
  6. Kale.
  7. Beansprouts.
  8. Spring onion.

Is sesame oil good for noodles? ›

Plus, they're garlic sesame noodles after all! Sesame oil: For this recipe, the sesame oil is where much of the flavor comes from. Be sure to use toasted sesame oil for the most flavor. Rice vinegar: To help round out the flavors of the sauce.

Do 2 minute noodles fill you up? ›

Ramen noodles are low in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and protein. They are very filling, but ramen noodles offer almost no nutrition but many calories.

What are sesame noodles made of? ›

It's just pasta tossed with the most divine, sweet and savory sauce ever. The sauce is made with soy sauce, a little sugar, garlic, vinegar, a trio of sesame, chili, and canola oils (this is where the magic happens), and sliced green onion sprinkled in. What's the best kind of pasta to use for sesame noodles?

What country is sesame noodles from? ›

Chinese sesame noodles are originally made with Chinese sesame paste but you'd have to make a trek to the Asian market to get some.

What spices make noodles better? ›

Spices like white pepper, sichuan pepper, or chile flakes to the finished dish, or try adding a cinnamon stick, star anise, and coriander seeds to the simmering broth (remove 'em before serving!) Fats like toasted sesame oil, chile oil, or an animal fat (pork, chicken, or duck are all awesome)

What does adding milk to noodles do? ›

Dairy milk gives your ramen a milky, creamy character. It takes the heat out of spicy ramen and adds a thick, rich texture. Soy milk, on the other hand, is sweet and nutty. It's not as thick and creamy.

What is the taste enhancer in noodles? ›

Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) is a flavor enhancer that is added to food to bring out the savory taste.

What can I use instead of sesame oil in noodles? ›

Canola and vegetable oils have a mild taste which makes both an easy replacement for sesame oil. You can even use them to make your own sesame oil by toasting 1/4 cup sesame seeds in 1 cup canola or vegetable oil in a skillet until the seeds brown.

Which is better for frying sesame or olive oil? ›

Olive oil and sesame oil have different smoke points when it comes to deep frying. High-quality, unrefined extra virgin olive oil has a smoke point of about 400 degrees Fahrenheit, which is usually suitable for home deep frying needs. Unrefined sesame oil has a lower smoke point, around 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

What does adding olive oil to noodles do? ›

Pro: Noodles are less likely to stick together

Using a good, high-quality olive oil will also enrich the flavor, say advocates, and potentially add nutrients from the oil itself. Another benefit of oil infusion in pasta water is that it helps keep boiling water from spilling over the top of the pot and making a mess.

How to create your own instant noodle? ›

The idea is simple and genius: Combine par-cooked noodles, a bit of vegetable base, some raw sliced veggies, and a few seasonings inside a jar. Add boiling water, wait a few minutes, and you've got yourself a lunch with all the appeal of instant noodles, but with actual flavor and freshness trapped under that lid.

How to make 2 minute noodles ramen? ›

Bring 2½ cups of water to a boil in a small saucepan. Add the noodles and cook for 2 minutes. Add the flavor packet, stir, and continue to cook for another 30 seconds.

Can you crack an egg into 2 minute noodles? ›

If you like them well done, then you probably want them to cook for about 6 to 10 minutes. If you want to add egg to ramen, wait till the noodles boil. Then crack in the egg, mix it around, and drain as usual.

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