Ina Garten Easy Sesame Noodles

Ina Garten’s Easy Sesame Noodles recipe is made with garlic, fresh ginger, vegetable or canola oil, tahini, creamy peanut butter, soy sauce, sherry vinegar, dry sherry, liquid honey, toasted sesame oil, and chili paste. This tasty Easy Sesame Noodles recipe creates a delicious main dish that takes about 22 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 6 people.

This Easy Sesame Noodles Recipe Is From Go-To Dinner Cookbook by Ina Garten.

Ingredients Needed:

• 1 tablespoon (3 cloves) coarsely chopped garlic
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger
• ¼ cup (60 ml) vegetable or canola oil
• ¼ cup tahini (60 ml), stirred
• ¼ cup (60 ml) creamy peanut butter
• ¼ cup (60 ml) soy sauce
• ¼ cup (60 ml) sherry vinegar
• ¼ cup (60 ml) dry sherry
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) liquid honey
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) toasted sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon chili paste or chili garlic sauce
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 pound (450 g) spaghetti
• 4 scallions, sliced diagonally (white and green parts)
• ½ cup (75 g) salted, roasted peanuts, roughly chopped

How To Cook Easy Sesame Noodles:

1. Prepare the Sauce: In a blender, combine garlic, ginger, vegetable oil, tahini, peanut butter, soy sauce, sherry vinegar, dry sherry, honey, sesame oil, chili paste, 1 teaspoon salt, and ¾ teaspoon pepper. Process until the mixture is smooth and puréed.
2. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of water with 2 tablespoons salt to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 10 to 12 minutes, or according to package instructions. Transfer the spaghetti with some of the cooking liquid to a large serving bowl.
3. Combine Pasta and Sauce: While the pasta is still hot, add enough of the prepared sauce to coat. Toss well, adding more cooking liquid if necessary to reach your desired sauce consistency.
4. Add Final Touches: Mix in the sliced scallions and chopped peanuts. Season with additional salt to taste. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Recipe Tips

• Stir Tahini and Peanut Butter Well: Ensure both tahini and peanut butter are stirred before measuring to prevent lumps and achieve a smooth sauce.
• Adjust Sauce Consistency: If the sauce is too thick after combining with pasta, add a little of the reserved pasta cooking liquid to thin it out.
• Cook Pasta Al Dente: Follow the package instructions to cook the spaghetti al dente. This helps the pasta hold up better when mixed with the sauce.
• Serve Immediately or Room Temperature: For the best texture and flavor, serve the noodles warm or at room temperature. The sauce can thicken if left to cool for too long.
• Use Fresh Scallions: Adding freshly sliced scallions right before serving enhances the flavor and adds a nice crunch to the dish.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers

• Refrigerate: Let the leftover Easy Sesame Noodles cool to room temperature. Once cooled, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
• Freeze: To freeze, place leftover Easy Sesame Noodles in an airtight container or freezer bag. They can be frozen for up to 2 months.
• Reheat Leftovers: Warm leftover Easy Sesame Noodles in a pan over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, adding a splash of water to loosen the sauce if needed. Stir frequently until heated through.

Nutrition Facts

• Serving Size: 1 cup (about 1/6 of the recipe)
• Calories: 450
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Sodium: 650 mg
• Potassium: 300 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 50 g
• Dietary Fiber: 3 g
• Sugars: 12 g
• Protein: 13 g

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