Sesame Noodles

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with these irresistible Sesame Noodles, a quick and flavorful dish that’s ready in just 25 minutes! Perfectly al dente noodles are tossed in a velvety, savory-sweet sesame sauce made with soy sauce, sesame oil, hoisin, and a hint of peanut butter for a creamy twist. Minced garlic, fresh ginger, and optional chili garlic sauce add bold layers of flavor, while a sprinkling of sesame seeds and crisp green onions provide the perfect finishing touch. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this Asian-inspired noodle recipe is a crowd-pleaser that’s ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep. Packed with pantry-friendly ingredients and brimming with umami, these Sesame Noodles will be your new go-to comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams spaghetti or noodles of choice
• 4 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon peanut butter
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
• 1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce (optional for spice)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 2 stalks green onions, sliced
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti or noodles and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the noodles are cooking, prepare the sesame sauce. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, peanut butter, brown sugar, minced garlic, minced ginger, and chili garlic sauce (if using). Add 2 tablespoons of water to thin the sauce, and whisk until smooth.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the cooked noodles to the skillet, followed by the sesame sauce. Toss the noodles in the sauce for 2-3 minutes until evenly coated and heated through.

Step 4

Transfer the noodles to a serving dish. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish.

Step 5

Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(529.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	997.4

Total Fat 44.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.1g
Cholesterol 0.5mg	0%
Sodium 2644.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 121.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 18.0g
Protein 29.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 100.5mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 625.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.0%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 48.2%