Basil Scallion Oil Noodles
These basil scallion oil noodles come together in ten minutes and are bursting with an intensity of fresh and vibrant flavours. Serve chilled!
Ingredients
- 1 packet of noodles
- ½ cup finely-chopped basil leaves
- ¼ cup finely-chopped scallions
- 2-4 tbsp cilantro/ coriander leaves
- 1-2½ tbsp grated ginger
- 4-5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2-3 tsp gochugaru / chilli flakes
- 2-3 tsp sesame seeds
- 3-4 tbsp neutral flavoured oil (you could also swap in a few tbsp of sesame oil)
- 1½ tbsp light soy sauce
- 1½ tbsp dark soy sauce
- juice of a lemon
Instructions
- Cook noodles of choice according to packet instructions.
- To a heat-proof bowl, add the basil leaves, scallions, cilantro, garlic, ginger, sesame seeds and chilli flakes.
- Heat the oil until sizzling. Then pour it over the herby mixture. Let it sizzle
- Stir in the soy sauces and lemon juice. Give it a good whisk.
- Toss in your cooked noodles, mixing well to combine. Garnish with more chopped basil and scallions and DIVE IN!
