Description
This Garlic Sesame Noodles recipe features tender brown rice noodles tossed in a savory and tangy sauce made with garlic, sesame oil, tahini, and low sodium soy sauce. Perfect for a quick and flavorful meal, this dish is garnished with optional crushed peanuts and scallions to add texture and freshness.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 12 ounces brown rice noodles
- 6 cloves garlic
- 1/4 to 1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce or tamari
- 2 tablespoons vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon sriracha
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Optional Garnishes
- Crushed peanuts
- Chopped scallions
Instructions
- Cook the Noodles: Boil the brown rice noodles in a large pot according to package instructions until tender, then drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Garlic: Mince the garlic cloves finely using a knife or garlic press to ensure even cooking and flavor distribution.
- Sauté the Garlic: In a pan over medium heat, sauté the minced garlic in toasted sesame oil until it becomes golden brown and aromatic, being careful not to burn it.
- Make the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce or tamari, vegetable broth, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, tahini, sriracha, and ground ginger until smooth and well combined.
- Simmer the Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce into the pan with the sautéed garlic, simmering for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and flavors meld.
- Toss Noodles in Sauce: Add the drained noodles to the pan, tossing well to evenly coat each strand with the garlic sesame sauce.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve the noodles immediately, garnished with crushed peanuts and chopped scallions if desired for added crunch and freshness.
Notes
- Use low sodium soy sauce or tamari to control salt content and keep flavors balanced.
- Adjust sriracha to taste for desired spiciness or omit for a milder dish.
- Brown rice noodles offer a gluten-free alternative to traditional wheat noodles.
- For a vegan version, use maple syrup instead of honey.
- To toast peanuts and enhance flavor, lightly toast them in a dry pan before garnishing.
