Best 8 Authentic Chinese Cold Sesame Noodles Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with the symphony of flavors in our authentic Chinese cold sesame noodles, a culinary masterpiece that blends the richness of sesame paste, the savory notes of soy sauce, the tang of vinegar, and the aromatic allure of sesame oil. This delectable dish, originating from the Sichuan province of China, is a harmonious marriage of textures, featuring springy noodles coated in a luscious sauce, accompanied by a medley of crunchy vegetables and the nutty crunch of toasted sesame seeds. Elevate your culinary skills with our easy-to-follow recipe, guiding you through each step to create this tantalizing dish that promises to transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of China. Discover variations of this classic dish, including a vegan version that caters to plant-based preferences, a spicy rendition that ignites your palate, and a refreshing take with the addition of cucumber for a burst of coolness. Embark on a culinary journey and let the flavors of China dance on your tongue with our authentic Chinese cold sesame noodles.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

COLD SESAME NOODLES



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Easy and yummy Chinese cold noodles dish with sesame paste. Also known as Sesame cold noodles.

Provided by Elaine

Categories     staple

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 13

500 g fresh noodles (for 3 servings)
3 tbsp. sesame paste
5 tbsp. cold water
1 tbsp. light soy sauce
1 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tbsp. black vinegar
1 tbsp. sesame oil
1 tbsp. light soy sauce
4 tbsp. sesame paste texture
freshly ground Sichuan peppercorn
1 tbsp chopped Zha-cai or you can use crushed peanuts ( ,for the crispy taste)
1/2 tbsp Homemade Chili oil for drizzling

Steps:

  • Tune the sesame paste texture: slightly add light soy sauce, sesame oil, salt and cold water in sesame paste. Stir to combine well. The sesame paste should be running but not thin.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 987 kcal, Carbohydrate 115 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 49 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Sodium 4592 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TAKEOUT-STYLE SESAME NOODLES



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Noodles dressed with sesame are popular in many parts of China, but this particular style, made with peanut butter and served cold, became a Chinese-American staple in the United States in the 1970s. The family of Shorty Tang - an ambitious restaurateur who emigrated from Sichuan to Taipei to New York - firmly believes that he invented the dish and still serve it at Hwa Yuan, the restaurant he opened in 1967 in Manhattan's Chinatown. They have never divulged the exact recipe; this is our own lush but refreshing version.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     easy, quick, noodles, times classics, appetizer, side dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound noodles, frozen or (preferably) fresh
2 tablespoons sesame oil, plus a splash
3 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons Chinese rice vinegar
2 tablespoons Chinese sesame paste
1 tablespoon smooth peanut butter
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 tablespoon finely grated ginger
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons chile-garlic paste, chile crisp or chile oil, or to taste
Half a cucumber, peeled, seeded and cut into 1/8-inch by 1/8-inch by 2-inch sticks
1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add noodles and cook until barely tender, about 5 minutes. They should retain a hint of chewiness. Drain, rinse with cold water, drain again and toss with a splash of sesame oil.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons sesame oil, the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame paste, peanut butter, sugar, ginger, garlic and chili-garlic paste.
  • Pour the sauce over the noodles and toss. Transfer to a serving bowl, and garnish with cucumber and peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 628, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 90 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 22 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 797 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

COLD SESAME NOODLES



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

12 ounces angel hair pasta
3 tablespoons dark sesame oil
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon red chili paste, such as sambal
1 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
6 tablespoons hot water
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
2 green onions, thinly sliced on the diagonal
Fresh chopped cilantro leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Cook the noodles in large pot of boiling unsalted water over medium heat until barely tender and still firm. Drain immediately and rinse with cold water until cold. Drain the noodles really well and transfer to a wide bowl; toss with the sesame oil so they don't stick together. Chill.
  • In a blender combine the peanut oil, ginger, garlic, chili paste, lime juice, brown sugar, peanut butter, vinegar, soy sauce, and hot water. Blend. Toss the noodles with the peanut sauce until well coated. Serve at room temperature or chilled; garnish with the sesame seeds, green onions, and cilantro.

COLD SESAME NOODLES WITH SPICY PEANUT SAUCE



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Spicy Asian-style sesame noodles that are delicious served cold or hot.

Provided by KBANDE

Categories     Pasta and Noodles     Noodle Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (12 ounce) package linguine pasta
¼ cup peanut butter
¼ cup sesame oil
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons white sugar
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, or to taste
1 tablespoon chopped green onion, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook linguine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes.
  • While the pasta is cooking, combine peanut butter, sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, and garlic in a large bowl; mix well.
  • Drain pasta and rinse under cold water. Add to the sauce and toss to coat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onion.
  • Refrigerate until cold, at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365 calories, Carbohydrate 45.8 g, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 503.8 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

SZECHUAN SESAME NOODLES



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Categories     Onion     Pasta     Vegetable     Peanut     Fall     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces thin dried Asian noodles or linguine
4 tablespoons oriental sesame oil
3 tablespoons chopped peanuts
2 tablespoons finely chopped peeled fresh ginger
3 large garlic cloves, minced
6 tablespoons bottled teriyaki sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon chili-garlic sauce
1 1/2 cups thinly sliced green or red onions

Steps:

  • Cook noodles in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite. Drain; return noodles to same pot. Mix in 1 tablespoon oil and peanuts.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons oil in heavy small skillet over medium-low heat. Add ginger and garlic; stir 10 seconds. Add teriyaki sauce, lime juice and chili sauce; simmer 30 seconds. Mix sauce and onions into noodles. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.

COLD SESAME NOODLES



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Categories     Pasta     Side     Picnic     Quick & Easy     Back to School     Lunch     Gourmet

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar or white-wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes, or to taste
2 tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar or granulated sugar, or to taste
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon Oriental sesame oil
1 teaspoon grated peeled fresh ginger
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 pound linguine or lo mein noodles
chopped scallion and cucumber strips for garnish

Steps:

  • In a saucepan combine the soy sauce, the vinegar, the red pepper flakes, the brown sugar, the peanut butter, the oil, the ginger, and the broth, simmer the mixture, stirring, until it is thickened and smooth, and let it cool slightly. In a kettle of boiling salted water cook the noodles until they are al dente, drain them in a colander, and rinse them under cold water. Drain the noodles well, transfer them to a bowl, and toss them with the sauce. Serve the noodles at room temperature and garnish them with the scallion and the cucumber.

COLD SESAME NOODLES



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Even my kids can't resist this unique salad with a peanut butter dressing. To make it a main dish, stir in some cubed cooked chicken.-Elizabeth Perez, Flower Mound, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 ounces uncooked linguine
1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup canola oil
3 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon ground ginger
3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup julienned carrots
8 green onions, thinly sliced
Peanuts or sesame seeds, optional

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a blender, combine the peanut butter, oil, water, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic and pepper flakes; cover and process until blended., Drain linguine; place in a large bowl. Drizzle with three-fourths of the peanut sauce; add carrots and onions. Toss to combine. Refrigerate until serving., Just before serving, add the remaining peanut sauce; toss to coat. Garnish with peanuts if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 545mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

COLD SESAME NOODLES



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This dish is full of ingredients that you can store in your pantry, such as noodles, soy sauce, and tahini (sesame paste). After you toss the cool noodles in the creamy sauce, drizzle them with Chinese chili oil to add a little kick to this simple side dish.From the book "Mad Hungry," by Lucinda Scala Quinn (Artisan Books).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound Chinese egg noodles, spaghetti, or linguine
1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
6 tablespoons sesame paste (tahini) or peanut butter
3/4 cup water, plus more if needed
1 tablespoon rice vinegar or white vinegar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 scallion (both white and green parts), thinly sliced
1 1/2 inches of fresh ginger, peeled and chopped (1 tablespoon)
Chinese chili oil (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add the noodles, and cook until just barely tender, 5 to 6 minutes, or according to the package instructions. Drain well. Toss them with the sesame oil to coat. Cover and refrigerate.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, thin the sesame paste by stirring enough water into the paste to achieve the consistency of thick cream. Whisk together the vinegar, soy sauce, and sugar. Add the mixture to the sesame paste. Stir in the garlic, three quarters of the scallion, and the ginger.
  • Just before serving, toss the chilled noodles with the sauce. Garnish with the remaining scallion and drizzle with the chili oil, if using.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality sesame paste: The quality of the sesame paste greatly affects the flavor of the dish, so make sure to use a good brand.
  • Toast the sesame seeds: Toasting the sesame seeds enhances their flavor and aroma.
  • Use a variety of noodles: You can use any type of noodles you like for this dish, but some popular choices include wheat noodles, rice noodles, and glass noodles.
  • Don't overcook the noodles: The noodles should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: You can use any type of vegetables you like for this dish, but some popular choices include cucumbers, carrots, and shredded cabbage.
  • Make the sauce ahead of time: The sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Cold sesame noodles are a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer meal. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own liking. By following the tips above, you can make delicious cold sesame noodles that will impress your friends and family.

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