Description
A quick and flavorful recipe for Simple Spicy Sesame Noodles featuring tender spaghetti or rice noodles tossed in a spicy sesame sauce, sautéed garlic, and mixed vegetables, garnished with green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner with an Asian-inspired kick.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz Spaghetti or Rice Noodles (Choose based on preference.)
- 1 cup Mixed Vegetables (Such as bell peppers, carrots, or broccoli.)
Sauce & Seasoning
- 2 tbsp Sesame Oil (Use toasted for deeper flavor.)
- 3 tbsp Soy Sauce (Use low-sodium if preferred.)
- 1 tbsp Chili Paste (Adjust based on spice tolerance.)
- 2 cloves Garlic (Minced.)
Garnish
- 2 tbsp Green Onions (Chopped, for garnish.)
- 2 tbsp Sesame Seeds (Toasted, for garnish.)
Instructions
- Cook Noodles: Boil water in a large pot and cook the spaghetti or rice noodles according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Prepare Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, and chili paste until well combined to create a flavorful spicy sesame sauce.
- Sauté Garlic: Heat a skillet over medium heat, add a little sesame oil, and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant to release its aroma.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add mixed vegetables to the skillet and sauté for 3-5 minutes until they begin to soften but still retain some crunch for texture.
- Toss Noodles: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with garlic and vegetables and toss well to combine everything evenly.
- Add Sauce: Pour the spicy sesame sauce over the noodles and toss thoroughly to ensure the noodles are evenly coated with the sauce.
- Meld Flavors: Let the noodles sit in the skillet for an additional minute to allow the flavors to meld together nicely.
- Garnish: Transfer the noodles to a serving dish and garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds for added flavor and presentation.
- Serve: Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your simple, spicy, and satisfying sesame noodles.
Notes
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce sodium content if desired.
- Adjust chili paste quantity to suit your preferred spice level.
- To make this gluten-free, use rice noodles and ensure soy sauce is gluten-free.
- For more protein, add tofu, chicken, or shrimp when sautéing vegetables.
- Reserved pasta water can be added to loosen sauce if needed.
