Sesame Udon Noodles

Name: Sesame Udon Noodles
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Fresh Ginger; 2 whole Garlic; 0.5 whole Green Bell Pepper; 4 whole Green Onion; 1 dash Hot Sauce; 0.25 cup Peanut Oil; 0.5 whole Red Bell Pepper; 3 tbsp Rice Vinegar; 3 tbsp Sesame Oil; 2 cups Snap Peas; 0.25 cup Soy Sauce; 2 tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds; 7 oz Udon Noodles; 0.5 whole Yellow Bell Pepper

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 Japanese 🇯🇵 Sugar-Free Vegetarian 🥦Plant-Based 🌻Halal 🕌Comfort-Food

Sesame Udon Noodles deliver springy noodles tossed with a soy-ginger dressing that’s nutty, tangy, and lightly spicy. Crisp bell peppers, snap peas, and scallions add bright crunch, while toasted sesame seeds bring a toasty finish. Serve this vibrant side dish warm or room temperature alongside grilled meats, tofu, or seafood.

Prep20 mins
Cook5 mins
Serves4
DifficultyEasy

1

In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the garlic, ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, peanut oil, sesame oil, and hot pepper sauce. Close the lid and shake vigorously to mix. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
2

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the udon noodles and cook until tender, about 3 minutes. Drain and transfer to a serving bowl.
3

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the bell peppers with the green onion and peas. Microwave until warm but still crisp. Add to the noodles in the bowl, pour the dressing over everything, toss to coat, and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top.