 I have had this recipe from @the_foodiediaries in the queue for The Delaney Test Kitchen for a while, and it did not disappoint. This was spicy, creamy, nutty and had just the right amount of heat. My son ate it so fast that he came back for more before I even sat down myself. To me, that is a sign of a hit. Especially for a weekday.
The recipe says it feeds 1-2 people, but that didn't seem quite right, at least not for a house full of hungry boys. Instead I used one package or ramen per person and increased the recipe accordingly, and it was perfect. Ten Minute Spicy Sesame Noodles INGREDIENTS (per serving):
PREPARATION: Step 1: Cook the noodles, then drain and reserve some of the starchy cooking water. Immediately toss the noodles with a splash of sesame oil to prevent it from clumping, and set aside. Step 2: In a heat proof bowl, mix together: 2-4 cloves of garlic, minced 1knob of ginger finely grated 1 Tbsp gochujang or chili flakes a handful of sliced scallions 2-3 tsp sesame seeds Step 3: Heat up 1.5-2 Tbsp of sesame oil , then pour it on top of the mixture and let it sizzle. Step 4: Give it a mix, then stir in: 4 Tbsp light soy sauce 1.5 Tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice 1.5 – 2 Tbsp sesame paste 1 Tbsp peanut butter 1-2 Tbsp Black Tea Hot sauce or chili oil (optional) Step 5: Stir it well, then add a splash of the starchy noodle water. Add a dash of brown sugar or honey (optional for sweetness). Mix until your sauce comes together with a smooth consistency. Step 6: Pour the sauce over the noodles and serve it cold, garnish with sliced cucumbers, scallions and/or sesame seeds. |