Description
These Shortcut Sesame Butter Noodles are a quick and flavorful dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. The combination of sesame oil, soy sauce, and a hint of sweetness from honey or brown sugar creates a delicious sauce that coats the noodles beautifully. Topped with green onions and toasted sesame seeds, this dish is both satisfying and easy to make.
Ingredients
Noodles:
8 oz noodles (spaghetti, udon, or ramen);
Sauce:
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons sesame oil, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar, 1 garlic clove (minced), 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional), 2 green onions (sliced), 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, Chopped fresh cilantro or sliced cucumber for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the noodles: Cook the noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving about 1/4 cup of the cooking water.
- Prepare the sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Combine and serve: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss well to coat, adding a splash of reserved cooking water if needed to loosen the sauce. Transfer to bowls and top with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Garnish with fresh cilantro or cucumber if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Add sautéed veggies, shredded chicken, or tofu for a heartier meal.
- This dish is delicious warm or chilled for lunch the next day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
