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Sesame Noodles

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These Sesame Noodles are quick and easy to make in just 3 steps! Peanut butter and tahini make this dish creamy and flavorful. Skip takeout and make this noodle dish at home in under 15 minutes!

Serve these noodles hot or cold. Add chicken or stir-fried veggies and make it an even more filling meal!

Sesame noodles in white bowl.

Sesame Noodles

This recipe is in my quick and easy recipes folder. Perfect for busy weekdays, when I need easy lunch and fast. You can make the sauce ahead of time to save on prep and all you need to cook is the noodles. Talk about quick and easy! These Sesame Noodles are super tasty too! Sesame paste, peanut butter, and sesame oil give it a delicious nutty flavor. Whether you serve it hot or cold, this dish is satisfying and you are bound to find yourself going for seconds!

So skip the takeout and make Sesame Noodles at home, under 15 minutes with simple ingredients. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

  • noodles: fresh, frozen, spaghetti, udon, fettuccine, etc.
  • soy sauce: I always use low-sodium and add salt later if needed
  • sesame oil: very potent, so add a little bit and adjust to taste
  • sesame paste: Tahini or Chinese sesame paste
  • peanut butter: I used creamy but crunchy can add texture; use what you like!
  • garlic: I used minced but the powder can be substituted
  • vinegar: rice
  • sugar: white, brown or honey
  • toasted sesame seeds: for garnish
Ingredients for sesame noodles on a marble board.

How to make Sesame Noodles?

  • Cook noodles until al dente. Drain and keep warm.
  • Mix sauce ingredients in a small bowl, add to cooked noodles, and toss well.
  • Serve warm or cold.
Sauce in a glass cup and noodles in a bowl.

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How to serve Sesame Noodles?

This dish can be served hot or cold. I prefer it still warm, freshly made, garnished with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. You can also add protein like chicken, pork, or baked salmon. To make it spicy, add sriracha or chili paste.

Is Chinese sesame paste the same as tahini?

Both products are made from sesame seeds, but Chinese paste is made from toasted seeds. They give it a slightly darker and deeper nutty flavor. Tahini is made from raw sesame seeds so it's milder in flavor and lighter in color.

How to store leftovers?

Any leftovers should be stored in a container with a lid, in the fridge, for up to 3 days. The sauce will be absorbed by the noodles, which is normal, so you may need to add a splash of water or stock. It's also good to have extra sauce on hand if you know you will be having leftovers.

Noodles with sesame sauce in a bowl.

More easy take out recipes:

  • Easy Mongolian Chicken
  • Black Pepper Chicken
  • Pan Fried Noodles
  • Quick Ramen Stir Fry

For more recipes like this one, feel free to browse our Asian category.

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Sesame noodles in white bowl.

Sesame Noodles

Author: Anna
These Sesame Noodles are quick and easy to make in just 3 steps! Peanut butter and tahini make this dish creamy and flavorful. Skip takeout and make this noodle dish at home in under 15 minutes! Serve these noodles hot or cold. Add chicken or stir-fried veggies and make it an even more filling meal!
5 from 7 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 523 kcal
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Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 lb uncooked noodles
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 1 tablespoon smooth peanut butter
  • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • toasted sesame seeds for garnish
  • green onions for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Cook noodles until al dente. Drain and keep warm.
    1 lb uncooked noodles
  • In a small bowl or a glass measuring cup, mix soy sauce, vinegar, oil, tahini, peanut butter, sugar and garlic. Whisk well, until smooth.
    ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 ½ tablespoons sesame oil, 2 tablespoons tahini, 1 tablespoon smooth peanut butter, 2 teaspoons granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • Add sauce to cooked, still hot, noodles. Toss to coat.
  • Serve warm or cold.
  • Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
    toasted sesame seeds, green onions

Notes

You can add protein like chicken, pork, or baked salmon. To make it spicy, add sriracha or chili paste.
I used spaghetti noodles. Others that also work: fresh, frozen, spaghetti, udon, fettuccine, etc.
You can use white sugar, brown sugar or even honey.
White vinegar or apple cider vinegar can be used in place of rice vinegar.
Please note, that the nutrition value can vary depending on what product you use. The information below is an estimate. Always use calorie counter you are familiar with.

Nutrition

Calories: 523kcal | Carbohydrates: 83g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Potassium: 96mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. Thomas S. says

    February 17, 2025 at 12:04 pm

    5 stars
    Definitely tastier pasta than in a restaurant. I was at a friend's house the other day who ordered a takeaway pasta. I didn't like it, so I gave him the recipe.

    Reply
  2. Jola says

    October 09, 2024 at 7:38 am

    5 stars
    Anna, this recipe is surprisingly good. And how fast. One of the fastest dinners

    Reply
  3. Doug Trolan says

    August 15, 2021 at 9:18 pm

    Would PB2 Peanut Butter Powder work in this recipe. I have been looking for a way to try the powder and I think your recipe might work.

    Reply
    • Anna says

      August 16, 2021 at 12:03 am

      Hi Doug! Thank you for the question! I think it will work. I am familiar with the product and use it quite often. I suggest mixing it with water until peanut butter consistency and then adding to the sauce ingredients. I hope this helps! Let me know if you make it!

      Reply
  4. Aysegul says

    August 09, 2021 at 8:37 am

    5 stars
    I just made these with lo mein noodles for dinner to serve with teriyaki chicken. WHOA! My whole family loved it. It was like Chinese take-out at home.
    Couple things - I used tahini for the peanut butter as my son is allergic. I also added a few more cloves of garlic because my family loves garlic.
    A winner recipe that I am putting on the rotation.
    Thanks.

    Reply
  5. Allyson Zea says

    August 09, 2021 at 6:47 am

    5 stars
    These noodles are so flavorful and so delicious! Thank you for the easy recipe

    Reply
  6. Allyssa says

    August 09, 2021 at 6:18 am

    5 stars
    Thanks a lot for this sesame noodles recipe! It's very easy to make, will surely make this again! Well done!

    Reply
  7. Beth says

    August 08, 2021 at 1:54 pm

    5 stars
    This sesame noodles were so delicious and went perfectly with our dinner the other night! I can't wait to make these again. Everyone loved how tasty and yummy these were!

    Reply
  8. lori says

    August 06, 2021 at 5:51 pm

    can this be made without the tahini or paste?

    Reply
    • Anna says

      August 06, 2021 at 11:29 pm

      Hi Lori! If you need to skip tahini or the sesame paste, up the amount of sesame oil. I suggest 2 tablespoons, then taste it. I hope this helps!

      Reply

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