Sesame Noodles Recipe

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Sesame Noodles
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  1. To make the dressing: Heat the oven to 350°F Put the sesame seeds on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven until golden brown and fragrant, 15 to 20 minute Be careful not to overcook them. Put the toasted seeds in a blender.
  2. In a skillet, heat 1 Tbs. of the peanut oil over medium-low heat. Sauté the shallots and garlic until softened, 3 to 5 minute Set aside to cool. Add the shallots, garlic, remaining 6 Tbs. peanut oil, sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and chile paste to the sesame seeds in the blender. Blend on high speed just until a thick, rough paste forms, 2 to 3 minute Stop blending when most of the seeds have broken up and been puréed. After the paste forms, it will begin to get oily if you continue to purée it, as the seeds begin to give off their oil (see How to use water to create a creamy sauce ). If you have time, refrigerate the purée (for up to a day).
  3. To cook and dress the noodles: Bring a large pot of unsalted water to a rolling boil. Gently fluff the noodles and add them to the water, stirring. Return the water to a boil and cook the noodles for just 10 to 30 seconds. (These tiny fresh noodles don’t need much cooking. If it takes a minute or more for the water to come back to a boil, the noodles will already be done.) Drain the noodles immediately and cool them under cold running water. Drain well. Put the cold noodles in a bowl and toss with the peanut oil.
  4. To assemble: When ready to dress the noodles, drain off any oil that has gathered on the top of the purée. If necessary, whisk about 3/4 cup water into the purée to thin it and to reach a creamy consistency; the sauce will lighten in color and become emulsified; add more water as needed. Add the chopped cilantro to the sauce.
  5. In a large bowl, toss the noodles with about half the dressing. Add the snow peas, red pepper, and daikon, and toss to combine (using your hands is easiest). Add more dressing if you like. Put the noodles in a large serving bowl or on individual plates. Garnish with the cilantro leaves, chopped peanuts, and sliced scallions, or pass little bowls of the garnishes at the table.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 1084.53 Kcal (4541 kJ)
Calories from fat 604.9 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 67.21g 103%
Cholesterol 71.82mg 24%
Sodium 699.47mg 29%
Potassium 1032.62mg 22%
Total Carbs 99.7g 33%
Sugars 19.42g 78%
Dietary Fiber 13.68g 55%
Protein 27.62g 55%
Vitamin C 50.2mg 84%
Vitamin A 0.8mg 25%
Iron 22.6mg 125%
Calcium 402.2mg 40%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 210.08 Kcal (880 kJ)
Calories from fat 117.17 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13.02g 103%
Cholesterol 13.91mg 24%
Sodium 135.5mg 29%
Potassium 200.03mg 22%
Total Carbs 19.31g 33%
Sugars 3.76g 78%
Dietary Fiber 2.65g 55%
Protein 5.35g 55%
Vitamin C 9.7mg 84%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 25%
Iron 4.4mg 125%
Calcium 77.9mg 40%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 26.5
    Points
  • 30
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • low cholesterol,
  • good source of fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium,
  • High in Total Fat

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