Sesame Pasta
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Sesame Pasta recipe, a quick and flavorful dish that delivers bold Asian-inspired flavors in just 25 minutes. Tender spaghetti is perfectly coated in a savory sesame sauce made with soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, and a touch of honey for subtle sweetness. Aromatic garlic and ginger are sautéed to perfection, infusing the dish with warmth, while crushed red pepper flakes add a hint of spice. Finished with crunchy toasted sesame seeds and a sprinkle of fresh green onions, this meal strikes the ideal balance of umami, heat, and texture. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a satisfying, crowd-pleasing side or light main dish. Perfect for busy nights, potlucks, or meal prepping, this sesame pasta is simplicity at its most delicious!
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Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1.5 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 green onions
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the sesame sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, and crushed red pepper flakes until well combined.
Step 3
Mince the garlic and grate the ginger.
Step 4
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 5
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat it in the garlic and ginger mixture.
Step 6
Pour the sesame sauce over the pasta and toss until the noodles are evenly coated.
Step 7
Chop the green onions and sprinkle them over the pasta along with the toasted sesame seeds. Toss again to combine.
Step 8
Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy your delicious sesame pasta!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (485.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1031.2 |
| Total Fat 51.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 20.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3234.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 119.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.8g | |
| Protein 25.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 210.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 424.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories