Cold Sesame Noodles

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Health score
10%
Cold Sesame Noodles
50 min.
4
609kcal

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Cold Sesame Noodles are a delightful and refreshing dish that perfectly embodies the essence of Asian cuisine. This vegetarian, vegan, and dairy-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor, making it an ideal choice for a light lunch, a satisfying side dish, or even a main course. With a preparation time of just 50 minutes, you can whip up this delicious meal in no time, impressing your family and friends with your culinary skills.

The star of this dish is the rich and creamy sesame sauce, made from Chinese sesame paste, which adds a nutty depth to the noodles. Combined with the crunch of fresh vegetables like cucumber and carrot, and topped with roasted peanuts for an extra layer of texture, every bite is a harmonious blend of flavors and sensations. The sweet soy base, infused with garlic, elevates the dish further, creating a perfect balance of savory and sweet.

Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a dish to serve at your next gathering, Cold Sesame Noodles are sure to please. With only 609 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying a meal that is as nutritious as it is delicious. Dive into this culinary adventure and savor the vibrant tastes of this classic dish!

Ingredients

  • medium carrots 
  • large cucumber 
  • servings garlic 
  • servings peanuts unsalted
  • servings salt to taste
  • servings spring onion 
  • servings sesame oil 
  • servings tahini chinese (Lee Kum brand or other)
  • servings soba noodles 
  • servings soya sauce 
  • servings sugar 
  • servings vegetable oil 
  • servings water 
  • servings vinegar white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot

Directions

  1. Combine ingredients for the sweet soy base the night before to allow the garlic to infuse. In a bowl, combine the cucumber and carrot with oil and season lightly with salt. Reserve.Cook noodles in a large pot of unsalted boiling water about 8 – 10 minutes. To check if the noodles are done, pull a piece and break it, if the center has a very small center of raw dough, it will need another minute.Once noodles are cooked, drain and immediately rinse in cold water: the colder the better!Split the noodles between four bowls. Stir the soy base well and divide among the bowls.
  2. Add four ounces of sesame sauce and some ground peanuts. Top with cucumber and carrot salad, garnish with scallion. More Japanese cooking recipes on Food Republic:Nobu's Scrambled Egg Donburi Recipe
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Nutrition Facts

Calories609kcal
Protein8.55%
Fat52.25%
Carbs39.2%

Properties

Glycemic Index
77.86
Glycemic Load
31.45
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
18.097826045492%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.73mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:609.29kcal
30.46%
Fat:37.08g
57.04%
Saturated Fat:5.41g
33.82%
Carbohydrates:62.59g
20.86%
Net Carbohydrates:60.52g
22.01%
Sugar:14.19g
15.77%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:1673.54mg
72.76%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.65g
27.31%
Vitamin A:2668.21IU
53.36%
Manganese:0.97mg
48.5%
Vitamin K:47.17µg
44.93%
Vitamin B1:0.56mg
37.37%
Phosphorus:314.82mg
31.48%
Copper:0.51mg
25.43%
Magnesium:91.03mg
22.76%
Vitamin B3:3.73mg
18.64%
Folate:69.14µg
17.28%
Iron:2.97mg
16.5%
Vitamin B6:0.3mg
14.76%
Zinc:2mg
13.3%
Potassium:427.44mg
12.21%
Vitamin E:1.55mg
10.32%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.23%
Selenium:6.04µg
8.63%
Vitamin B5:0.85mg
8.48%
Fiber:2.07g
8.28%
Calcium:77.15mg
7.72%
Vitamin C:5.83mg
7.07%
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