Easy Sesame Cashew Noodles
Ready in just 25 minutes, Easy Sesame Cashew Noodles are the ultimate weeknight dinner packed with bold, satisfying flavors. This Asian-inspired dish combines tender noodles with crunchy toasted cashews, a medley of crisp red bell peppers and shredded carrots, and a rich, savory sauce made from soy sauce, hoisin, sesame oil, and a touch of honey or maple syrup for sweetness. The result is a perfectly balanced meal that's both comforting and vibrant. Garnished with sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy nights or meal prep, offering a delightful blend of textures and umami goodness. Serve it as a vegetarian main or add your favorite protein for an even heartier option!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti or noodles of choice
- 1 cup cashews (unsalted and toasted)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
- 3 units garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 3 units green onions (sliced)
- 1 unit red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 2 tablespoons water (for thinning sauce, if needed)
Instructions
Cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside, tossing with a splash of sesame oil to prevent sticking.
In a small bowl, prepare the sauce by whisking together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and honey or maple syrup. Add 1-2 tablespoons of water to thin the sauce if it’s too thick.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add a drizzle of sesame oil and sauté the red bell pepper and shredded carrots for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
Add the cooked noodles to the skillet along with the prepared sauce. Toss everything together to coat the noodles evenly in the sauce.
Stir in the toasted cashews and cook for an additional minute to warm through.
Transfer the noodles to serving plates and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Easy Sesame Cashew Noodles!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1416 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.9 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.7 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2358 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 165.0 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.2 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.2 g | ||
| Protein | 43.6 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 217 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1800 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
