Chinese Noodles With Sesame Dressing Food

NOODLE SALAD WITH CREAMY SESAME PEANUT DRESSING

Steps:

• Prepare noodles according to packet directions (most just require soaking in hot water). Drain, rinse and set aside to cool.
• Dressing - Mix together Dressing ingredients, using water only if needed to loosen so it can be tossed through salad. If you reduce Sriracha, might need to add smidge more lime.
• Beans - Steam or boil green greens until just cooked, tender but still crisp. Drain under running water to cool.
• Toss - Place salad ingredients in a big bowl, toss with dressing.
• Garnish with sesame seeds then serve at room temp. Keeps 4 days in the fridge.

CHINESE NOODLES WITH SESAME DRESSING

Steps:

• In a large pot of boiling water, cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain; rinse under cold water until completely cool. Transfer to a large bowl; toss with vegetable oil. Set aside.
• In a small bowl, combine lime juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, red pepper, and cilantro.
• Pour over noodles; season with salt and ground pepper. Toss, and serve.

TAKEOUT-STYLE SESAME NOODLES

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add noodles and cook until barely tender, about 5 minutes. They should retain a hint of chewiness. Drain, rinse with cold water, drain again and toss with a splash of sesame oil.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons sesame oil, the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame paste, peanut butter, sugar, ginger, garlic and chili-garlic paste.
• Pour the sauce over the noodles and toss. Transfer to a serving bowl, and garnish with cucumber and peanuts.

NOODLE SALAD WITH SESAME DRESSING

Steps:

• Mix all the dressing ingredients together in a large bowl, then stir in the onion. Meanwhile, cook the noodles in a pan of boiling water for 5 mins, adding the sugar snap peas halfway through the cooking time - the noodles and peas should be just tender. Drain, cool under cold running water and drain again. Snip or cut the noodles into smaller lengths to make them more manageable to eat.
• Tip the noodles and peas into the bowl with the dressing, along with the clementines, carrots, coriander and cashews. Toss to combine, then serve in bowls or pack into rigid airtight containers to take to work.

SPICY NOODLES WITH SESAME DRESSING

Steps:

• Bring six quarts water to boil. Add the peanut oil and cook the noodles for three to four minutes, or until al dente. Drain and refresh under running cold water.
• Place the noodles in a large serving bowl and add one tablespoon sesame oil. Toss to prevent them from sticking together and set them aside.
• Mix together the remaining ingredients until you have a smooth sauce. If necessary, thin with a little olive oil. Correct seasoning and pour the dressing over the noodles. Toss thoroughly and serve at room temperature.

CHINESE CABBAGE SALAD

Steps:

• In a small skillet, toast sesame seeds over medium heat until golden brown and fragrant.
• In a small bowl, mix together vinegar, sesame oil, olive oil, sugar, salt, pepper, and ramen seasoning packet.
• In a large bowl, mix together cabbage, carrots, and crushed ramen noodles. Toss with dressing to coat evenly. Top with toasted sesame seeds.

MARTHA STEWART'S CHINESE NOODLES WITH SESAME DRESSING

Steps:

• Cook 1 package (8 oz) thin Chinese noodles according to package directions. Drain; rinse under cold water until completely cool. Transfer to a large bowl; toss with 1 Tbs vegetable oil.
• In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 c fresh lime juice, 2 Tbs soy sauce, 1 tsp toasted sesame oil, 2 tsp light brown sugar, and 1/8 to 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper; whisk in 3 Tbs chopped fresh cilantro.
• Pour over noodles, season with coarse salt and ground pepper.
• Toss and serve.