Sesame Noodles with Ginger and Scallions
Transform your weeknight meals with this irresistible Sesame Noodles with Ginger and Scallions recipe—a quick, flavorful dish that combines aromatic ginger, savory soy sauce, and toasted sesame oil in a luscious, umami-rich sauce. Perfectly cooked spaghetti or Chinese wheat noodles are tossed with a fragrant blend of garlic and red pepper flakes, then topped with vibrant scallions and crunchy toasted sesame seeds for an added layer of texture. Whether served warm or chilled, this 25-minute recipe is a deliciously versatile option for lunch, dinner, or a crowd-pleasing potluck dish. Elevate your noodle game with this easy and satisfying Asian-inspired meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti or Chinese wheat noodles
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tsp honey (or sugar)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 4 scallions, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
- 1 tbsp neutral oil (e.g., vegetable or canola oil)
- 2 tbsp hot water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti or Chinese wheat noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside. Rinse under cold water if you prefer the noodles served cold.
In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, honey, and hot water until well combined.
Heat the neutral oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Pour the sesame sauce mixture into the skillet with the garlic and ginger. Stir to incorporate and heat through for about 1 minute. Remove from heat.
Transfer the cooked noodles to a large mixing bowl. Pour the sauce over the noodles and toss until all noodles are evenly coated.
Add the thinly sliced scallions and toasted sesame seeds to the noodles. Toss gently to incorporate.
Serve immediately for warm sesame noodles, or refrigerate for 15-30 minutes if you prefer them chilled. Garnish with additional scallions and sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
936 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.5 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2002 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 98.0 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.5 g | ||
| Protein | 22.9 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 270 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 619 mg | 13% | |
*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.
