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Refreshing Cold Sesame Noodles Recipe with Crispy Shallots and Cucumber

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A cool, nutty noodle dish with creamy sesame dressing, crisp cucumber, and golden crispy shallots, perfect for a light and satisfying summer meal.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) soba noodles or thin wheat noodles
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 3 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 large shallots, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium cucumber, julienned or thinly sliced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • Pinch of chili flakes (optional)
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) neutral oil (canola or vegetable) for frying shallots

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 oz (225 g) of soba noodles and cook according to package instructions, about 4-5 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool completely. Toss with 1 teaspoon sesame oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
  2. Heat ¼ cup (60 ml) neutral oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the thinly sliced shallots in batches, stirring often, until golden brown and crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil, 3 tablespoons tahini, 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon honey, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger until smooth. Add warm water if needed to loosen consistency.
  4. Thinly slice or julienne the cucumber and chop the green onions. Set aside.
  5. In a large bowl, toss the cooled noodles with the dressing until evenly coated. Add cucumber and green onions and gently mix.
  6. Top with crispy shallots, toasted sesame seeds, and optional chili flakes.
  7. Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes before serving to let flavors meld and keep cool.

Notes

Rinsing noodles with cold water is crucial to stop cooking and prevent clumping. Fry shallots on medium heat and stir frequently to avoid burning. Add warm water to dressing if too thick. Reserve some crispy shallots to add just before serving for extra crunch. For gluten-free, use rice noodles or 100% buckwheat soba. Honey can be replaced with maple syrup or agave nectar for vegan version.

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Keywords: cold sesame noodles, crispy shallots, cucumber noodles, summer noodle salad, soba noodles, sesame dressing, easy noodle recipe, vegan noodle dish

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