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Close-up of cold spicy peanut sesame noodles with scallions and sesame seeds in a colorful bowl.
Alyssa

Cold Spicy Peanut Sesame Noodles

These cold spicy peanut sesame noodles are reminiscent of my childhood and my mother's intricate school lunches. Spicy peanut sesame noodles are served cold so they're incredibly refreshing on a warm day!
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 505
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 pound dried spaghetti noodles (or Asian rice noodles)
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 1/3 cup smooth peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoon dark brown sugar (packed)
  • 1/4 cup roasted peanut oil
  • 2 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (plus more for topping)
  • 3 teaspoon chili garlic sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 inch piece of ginger (peeled)
  • 1 clove small garlic
  • Fresh scallions (chopped, for topping)

Method
 

  1. In a large stockpot, bring water to boil then add spaghetti noodles and cook according to box. Drain well when done.
  2. In a jar of a blender, combine water, peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, peanut oil, sesame seeds, chili garlic sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Process until smooth.
  3. After pasta is done cooking and drained, add to a large glass bowl. Pour the peanut sesame sauce over the noodles and toss to coat. The mixture/sauce will be very runny and it will look like you made way too much. Trust me, once you pop it in the fridge, the sauce sets up and it's perfect :)
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour - the longer, the better. I had mine in there for at least three. I love when it's super cold and the sauce is nice and thick.
  5. Toss noodles again prior to serving. Top with fresh scallions and sesame seeds.

Notes

These cold spicy peanut sesame noodles are refreshing and perfect for warm days.