Spicy Sesame Noodles

This recipe was a big hit at the Asian Pacific Islander American celebration at the National Atomic Museum!  We like the full, rich taste of the tamari over regular soy sauce, and the spiciness of the garlic and chili.  Here’s the recipe for you to clip and put away in your recipe box:

Spicy Sesame Noodles

Serves 4

• 1 lb Dry, round Chinese noodles (Similar to spaghetti), Aisle 16
• 1 tbsp Sesame Oil, Aisles 7 & 10
• 2 tsp Roasted sesame seeds, Aisle 8
• 1 ea Cucumber, seeded & shredded
• 1 ea Carrot, shredded
• Crushed chili to taste

Dressing:

• 8 tbsp Tamari soy sauce, Aisle 8
• 4 tbsp Rice vinegar, Aisle 8
• 4 tbsp Sugar
• 2 tbsp Sesame oil, Aisles 7 & 10
• 1 tbsp Sesame paste, Aisle 10
• 8 ea Garlic cloves, finely minced

Directions:

1. Cook the noodles al dente.  Rinse w/cold water & mix w/1 tbsp of sesame oil to prevent sticking.
2. Mix dressing ingredients together in a mixing bowl.
3. To serve, place some noodles in a bowl & add dressing. Garnish w/veggies, drizzled sesame oil, sesame seeds, and crushed chili.
4. Mix well and serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.