15-Minute Savory Sesame Noodles
These silky sesame noodles come together in just 15 minutes with simple pantry staples! The perfect balance of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors creates an irresistible sauce that coats every strand. Serve hot as a side dish or cold as a reviving lunch - either way, you'll be craving more of these addictive noodles that taste just like your favorite takeout.
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Servings: 4
Calories: 285kcal
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti or noodles
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp minced ginger
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 4 green onions sliced
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Cook noodles in salted water according to package directions until al dente.
- While noodles cook, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Sauté garlic, ginger, and crushed red pepper for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add honey, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil to the pan; simmer for 1-2 minutes.
- Drain noodles and immediately toss with the warm sauce until well coated.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
Substitute spaghetti with ramen noodles, udon, or rice noodles for variety
Add protein like grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu to make it a complete meal
Include vegetables such as julienned carrots, bell peppers, or snap peas
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days - they taste great cold
Adjust spice level by increasing or decreasing crushed red pepper
For gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce and rice noodles
Make sauce ahead of time and store in refrigerator for up to one week
Nutrition
Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1.5g | Sodium: 520mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g