Ten Minute Spicy Sesame Noodles
These easy spicy sesame noodles are a creamy, nutty and fiery weeknight favourite ready in under 10 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 packet noodles (we used instant ramen)
- 2–4 cloves garlic (minced)
- Knob of ginger (finely grated)
- 1 tbsp gochugaru or chili flakes
- Handful of scallions or spring onions (sliced)
- 2–3 tsp sesame seeds
- 1–2 tbsp hot sesame oil
Sauce Base
- 4 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1½ tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
- 1½–2 tbsp sesame paste
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
- hot sauce or chili oil
- 1–2 tbsp brewed black tea
- splash of reserved starchy noodle water
- dash of brown sugar or honey
To Garnish
- Sliced cucumber
- Extra scallions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cook noodles of choice until just done. Reserve some of the starchy cooking water, then drain the noodles.
- Toss drained noodles with a splash of sesame oil to prevent sticking and set aside.
- In a heatproof bowl, combine garlic, ginger, gochugaru, sliced scallions, and sesame seeds.
- Pour sizzling hot sesame oil over the aromatics and let it sizzle. Stir to combine.
- Add in soy sauce, rice vinegar or lime juice, sesame paste, peanut butter, black tea, and hot sauce or chili oil (if using). Mix well.
- Add a splash of reserved noodle water and a dash of brown sugar or honey (optional). Stir until the sauce is smooth and emulsified.
- Pour the sauce over the noodles and toss to coat evenly.
- Serve cold, garnished with sliced cucumber, scallions, and sesame seeds.
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Notes
You can customize the flavor by adjusting the amount of sesame paste or peanut butter for a creamier, nuttier sauce. The addition of black tea adds depth and complexity, but feel free to skip if you prefer. These noodles are also great with a side of sautéed greens or tofu.