Description

Creamy Tahini Noodles is a quick and flavorful dish that combines tender noodles with a rich, nutty tahini sauce infused with garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice, and a hint of sesame oil. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a light lunch or dinner and can be served immediately or chilled for later enjoyment. The optional red pepper flakes add a subtle heat, balanced by fresh scallions for garnish.

Ingredients

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Noodles

8 oz spaghetti, rice noodles, or soba

Sauce

1/3 cup tahini
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp sesame oil
Red pepper flakes for heat (optional)

Garnish

2 green scallions, chopped

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Instructions

Cook the Noodles: Cook the noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain them thoroughly and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and prevent sticking.
Prepare the Tahini Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the tahini, minced garlic, low-sodium soy sauce, fresh lemon juice, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes if using. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy, adding water a little at a time if needed to reach your desired sauce consistency.
Toss Noodles with Sauce: Combine the drained noodles with the tahini sauce in a large mixing bowl. Toss everything together thoroughly to ensure each strand is evenly coated with the creamy sauce.
Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the chopped green scallions over the coated noodles. Serve the noodles immediately at room temperature, or chill them in the refrigerator for later use.

Notes

For a gluten-free option, use rice noodles instead of spaghetti or soba.
Add more lemon juice or water to adjust the sauce consistency to your liking.
You can add vegetables like shredded carrots or cucumber for extra crunch and nutrition.
This dish is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes based on your favorite spice level.