Cold Sesame Noodles with Spicy Peanut Sauce

Ideal for packed lunches and picnics, these Asian-style cold sesame noodles are dressed in a delicious peanut-soy dressing that packs just a bit of heat.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 365 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons white sugar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 (12 ounce) package linguine pasta
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, or to taste
• 1 tablespoon chopped green onion, or to taste
• 0.25 cup peanut butter
• 0.25 cup sesame oil
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook linguine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, combine peanut butter, sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, and garlic in a large bowl; mix well.

Step 3

Drain pasta and rinse under cold water. Add to the sauce and toss to coat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onion.

Step 4

Refrigerate until cold, at least 30 minutes.