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Fresh Cold Sesame Noodles with Creamy Peanut Sauce

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A quick and refreshing cold noodle dish with a creamy peanut sauce, perfect for hot summer days. This recipe balances nutty, tangy, sweet, and spicy flavors for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces spaghetti or Asian-style noodles (thin spaghetti, lo mein, rice noodles, or soba)
  • 1/2 cup natural creamy peanut butter (unsweetened and unsalted)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon chili oil or Sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrot or cucumber (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons crushed roasted peanuts

Instructions

  1. Bring about 4 quarts (3.8 liters) of water to a boil in a large pot. Add a pinch of salt and the noodles. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 7–9 minutes.
  2. Drain the noodles in a colander, then rinse under cold running water to stop cooking and cool them down. Toss gently with a little sesame oil to coat and prevent sticking.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger (if using), and chili oil. Add water 1 tablespoon at a time if the sauce is too thick until smooth and pourable.
  4. Add the cooled noodles to the sauce bowl and toss until noodles are evenly coated.
  5. Mix in shredded carrots or cucumber if desired, then top with sliced green onions and crushed roasted peanuts.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with more soy sauce or chili oil if needed.
  7. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let flavors meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Cool noodles under cold water after boiling to stop cooking and prevent mushiness. Make the peanut sauce the night before to deepen flavor. Avoid adding too many watery vegetables upfront to prevent soggy noodles. Adjust chili oil to taste for desired spiciness. For gluten-free, use tamari and gluten-free noodles like rice or buckwheat soba.

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Keywords: cold noodles, sesame noodles, peanut sauce, summer recipe, easy noodles, quick meal, vegetarian, vegan option, gluten-free option

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