Spicy Sesame Noodles
ingredients
package ramen noodles
2–4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp gochugaru
3 tsp sesame seeds
1½ tbsp sesame oil, heated
scallions, sliced
peanuts
ingredients
4 tbsp soy sauce
1½ tbsp rice vinegar
2 tsp tahini
1 tbsp peanut butter
1½ tbsp brewed black tea
chili oil
¼ c starchy noodle water
honey
Spicy Sesame Noodles
directions
Step 1
Cook ramen noodles, drain, and reserve ¼ cup starchy noodle water. Toss noodles with a splash of sesame oil. Set aside.
Step 2
In metal bowl mix, minced garlic, gochugaru, scallions, sesame seeds. Heat sesame oil, pour on top and let sizzle.
Step 3
Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, tahini, peanut butter, black tea, and splash of chili oil. Add in 2 tbsp noodle water, splash of honey and stir smoothly. If sauce needs thinning, add another tbsp or two of noodle water. Pour over noodles.
Step 4
Garnish with scallion and peanuts (optional).
>TIP
Can substitute gochugaru with red pepper flakes.