Monday, May 23, 2011

Cold Sesame Noodle Salad

1 lb. spaghetti
6 Tbsp. toasted sesame oil (found in Asian section)
1/4 C. soy sauce
1 Tbsp. grated fresh ginger
1 1/2 tsp. chili-garlic sauce (found in Asian section)
Kosher salt
4 Kirby cucumbers, quartered and sliced
4 scallions (white and light green parts), sliced
2 medium carrots, grated
1 C. fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 C. peanuts, chopped

Cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain and run under cold water to cool.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the oil, soy sauce, ginger, chili-garlic sauce and 1/2 tsp. salt.
In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, scallions, carrots, cilantro and peanuts. Add the pasta and dressing and toss to combine.


1 comment:

  1. This is great with cooked, cubed chicken tossed in, or as a side with fish.

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