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Quick and Easy Sesame Noodles

I love how simple yet satisfying this sesame paste noodles recipe is. The creamy, nutty sauce clings perfectly to the noodles, making every bite rich and flavorful. It's a comforting dish that you'll want to make again and again!
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Servings: 1

Ingredients

  • 100 g thinly sliced beef
  • 100 g noodles
  • 100 g cucumber
  • 50 g fried peanuts
  • 20 g cilantro
  • 1 tbsp chopped scallions
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp white sesame seeds
  • 3 tbsp cooking oil I prefer peanut oil
  • 1 tbsp bird's eye chili adjust to taste
  • 2 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp Chinese black vinegar
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 3 tbsp sesame paste
  • 3 tbsp warm water

Instructions

Make the Sauce

  • In a bowl, add 1 tbsp chopped scallions, 1 tbsp minced garlic, 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tbsp white sesame seeds, and 1 tbsp bird's eye chili.
  • Heat 3 tbsp cooking oil until hot and pour it over the mixture to release its fragrance.
  • Add 2 tbsp light soy sauce, 2 tbsp Chinese black vinegar, and 1 tbsp oyster sauce to the bowl. Stir to combine.
  • In another bowl, mix 3 tbsp sesame paste with 3 tbsp warm water, adding the water gradually and stirring continuously until smooth.
  • Combine the sesame paste mixture with the prepared sauce and mix well. Set aside.

Prepare the Ingredients

  • Boil a pot of water. Once boiling, add 100g thinly sliced beef and cook until the color changes. Remove the beef and drain.
  • In another pot, boil water and cook 100g noodles until fully cooked. Drain and rinse the noodles under cold water, then transfer them to a bowl.
  • Wash and julienne 100g cucumber. Wash and finely chop 20g cilantro.

Assemble the Noodles

  • In the bowl with the noodles, add the cooked beef, cucumber, fried peanuts, and cilantro.
  • Pour the prepared sesame sauce over the ingredients and mix thoroughly.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!