Sesame Noodles

Ingredients

• 8 oz spaghetti or Chinese wheat noodles
• 3 tbsp sesame paste or tahini
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 cucumber
• 2 green onions(optional)
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the noodles according to package directions, about 8 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water to chill.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, whisk together sesame paste, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and grated garlic until smooth and creamy.

3. 3

   Thin the dressing with 1-2 tablespoons cold water until it coats a spoon easily.

4. 4

   Toss the chilled noodles with the dressing until evenly coated.

5. 5

   Slice the cucumber thinly and fold into the noodles, then top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.