Description
Discover the vibrant tastes of Asia with our Sesame Stir Fry Noodles, a dish that beautifully blends simplicity with rich, robust flavors. This recipe combines the nutty essence of sesame oil, the sharp zest of fresh ginger, and the umami depth of soy sauce, enveloped around tender noodles and crisp vegetables for a truly delectable experience.
Ingredients
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon tahini or sesame paste
1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce
2 teaspoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
3 ounces (2 bundles) Canton or Hong Kong-style egg noodles
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
2 green onions, sliced into matchsticks, white/light green and darker green parts separated
4 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stems removed and cut into slices
1 medium carrot, thinly sliced into matchsticks or ribbons
3 ounces fresh baby spinach
toasted sesame seeds, for topping
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, tahini, chili garlic sauce, and sugar. Set aside.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add noodles and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until just al dente. Drain and rinse under cool water and spread out on a plate to dry.
Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high until it shimmers. Add noodles and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, without stirring, until bottoms are slightly crisp. Flip over and let cook for another 2 minutes.
In the same skillet, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté until softened and starting to brown, about 5 minutes.
Add garlic, ginger, and white and light green parts of green onions; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Return noodles to skillet along with sauce mixture. Toss well, breaking up clumps of noodles as you go, until noodles are entirely coated, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Add dark green parts of green onions, carrot ribbons, and spinach and cook for 1 minute more or until spinach is wilted.
Remove from heat, divide among serving bowls, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 410 kcal