Make a savory meal in just 15 minutes with these creamy and nutty noodles!
Noodles are a staple in my house, and their versatility makes them such a valuable ingredient. One of my favorite sauces to pair with noodles is a creamy, roasted sesame sauce because it not only brings feelings of nostalgia, but it’s also incredibly flavorful and pairs well with so many dishes. These sesame noodles, called májiàng miàn (麻醬麵), originated in China and were later brought to Taiwan, where the recipe was slightly altered. In Taiwan, the noodles are served hot with a side of fish ball soup or chilled with cucumbers and bean sprouts. I enjoy both styles equally – my preference just depends on the weather outside. If you ever visit Taiwan, make sure to order a bowl of sesame noodles at a food stall and top it with that stall’s chili oil. You’ll instantly feel like a local.
These creamy sesame and peanut noodles are inspired by the Taiwanese version. They’re slightly sweet, not too sour, and the combination of peanut butter and sesame paste works beautifully together in the sauce. The sauce coats ruffled noodles that are bouncy and springy, with slightly uneven edges. If you’re wondering whether you can use straight noodles instead, you absolutely can, but let me explain why ruffled noodles are perfect for this dish. These ruffled noodles are called Guan Miao noodles, and they originate from Tainan. They’re made from wheat flour and are known for their springy, chewy texture. The noodles are cut into thin strands and dried under the sun, creating a naturally squiggly, ruffled shape. This texture actually increases the noodles’ surface area and grip, allowing each strand to hold onto more sauce. You can find Guan Miao noodles at Asian grocery stores like 99 Ranch Market or possibly online.
Creamy Sesame & Peanut Noodles
Description
These creamy sesame and peanut noodles come together in 15 minutes and are the perfect blend of savory, sweet, spice, and sour.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Boil the noodles according to its package instructions.
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In the meantime, add sesame paste, peanut butter, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, and garlic into a large bowl.
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Scoop some of the boiling water out from the noodle pot into the sauce mix and whisk until creamy.Add more or less as desired based on sauce consistency preference.
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Once the noodles are cooked, drain them and toss with the sesame peanut sauce.
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Top the noodles with green onions, sesame seeds, and chili oil.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
Serving Size 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 408kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20.6g32%
- Sodium 843mg36%
- Total Carbohydrate 42.4g15%
- Dietary Fiber 3.7g15%
- Sugars 5.2g
- Protein 13.6g28%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
I recommend natural peanut butter for this recipe. You may need to whisk it well if it has separated in the jar.
Tahini is a good substitution for roasted sesame paste.
