Quick 15-Min Sesame Noodle Bowls
Whip up these quick sesame noodles in 15 minutes using savory soy sauce, nutty sesame paste, and fresh garlic for a delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup sesame paste (or tahini)
- 1/4 cup warm water
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- Sriracha and sugar to taste
- 6-8 ounces stir fry noodles, Chinese egg noodles, or linguine in a pinch
- 2 cups edamame, cooked
- 2 cucumbers, diced
Instructions
- Make the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together sesame paste, warm water, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and grated garlic. Add Sriracha and sugar to taste. Whisk until smooth, or shake in a jar.
- Cook noodles: Cook your chosen noodles a few minutes LESS than package directions. If they seem sticky, rinse them under cold water.
- Combine: Toss the cooked noodles with about half of the prepared sesame sauce until evenly coated.
- Assemble bowls: Divide the sauced noodles among your meal prep containers.
- Add toppings: Top the noodles with cooked edamame and diced cucumber.
- Finish and store: Drizzle with a little extra sauce and sprinkle with sesame seeds (optional). Store in the fridge for 3-4 days. Enjoy hot or cold!
Notes
- For extra crunch, add some chopped peanuts or cashews.
- A splash of lime juice can brighten the sauce flavor.
- Feel free to add other veggies like shredded carrots or bell peppers.
- For a spicier kick, increase the Sriracha. Allergens: Sesame, Soybeans, Wheat. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
- A splash of lime juice can brighten the sauce flavor.
- Feel free to add other veggies like shredded carrots or bell peppers.
- For a spicier kick, increase the Sriracha. Allergens: Sesame, Soybeans, Wheat. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.