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Cold Chinese Sesame Noodles Recipe

June 19, 2019 by Jeanette 30 Comments

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Cold Chinese Sesame Noodles are a great make-ahead dish for lazy summer days or for entertaining. This has been in my recipe repertoire for over 20 years, and continues to be my go-to dish for summer entertaining. Keep it vegetarian, or add some shredded cooked chicken for a main course meal.

Cold Chinese Sesame Noodles - I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a big hit. Great for parties! ~ https://jeanetteshealthyliving.com

I grew up eating a cold sesame noodle dish similar to the recipe I’m sharing today. Since this noodle dish can be assembled ahead of time, and is served cold, it’s perfect for picnics, summer barbecues, or for casual meals throughout the summer. These noodles would go well with Thai Barbecue Chicken, Grilled Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken, and Grilled Thai Curry Cilantro Garlic Chicken.

Cold Chinese Sesame Noodles - I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a big hit. Great for parties! ~ https://jeanetteshealthyliving.com

These cold Chinese sesame noodles are best made a day ahead so the noodles have time to soak in the soy sesame dressing. Chinese black vinegar is a more traditional ingredient for the dressing, but you can substitute balsamic vinegar.

Cold Chinese Sesame Noodles - I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a big hit. Great for parties! ~ https://jeanetteshealthyliving.com

Julienned snow peas, cucumber strips, and red bell peppers are tossed into these cold Chinese sesame noodles just before serving for some color and crunch. Finely shredded carrots, thinly sliced napa cabbage or red cabbage, or blanched bean sprouts would also be nice additions.

If you want to add some vegetarian protein, julienned pressed tofu or edamame would be good. For non-vegetarians, Chinese Poached Chicken would be a great protein addition. You can serve the protein on the side so your guests can choose their favorite.

Serve with some Chinese hot chili sauce or chili oil on the side if you like.

Cold Chinese Sesame Noodles - I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a big hit. Great for parties! ~ https://jeanetteshealthyliving.com

Try serving these Cold Chinese Sesame Noodles at your next barbecue or picnic. It goes really well with grilled foods.

Cold Chinese Sesame Noodles - I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a big hit. Great for parties! ~ https://jeanetteshealthyliving.com

Watch how easy these Cold Chinese Sesame Noodles are to make:

Cold Chinese Sesame Noodles - I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a big hit. Great for parties! ~ https://jeanetteshealthyliving.com
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Cold Chinese Sesame Noodles

Course Main Course
Cuisine Chinese
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 302 kcal
Author Jeanette

Ingredients

Cold Sesame Noodle Ingredients

  • 1 pound dried noodles soba noodles, udon noodles or regular spaghetti

Cold Sesame Noodle Sauce Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup black soy sauce
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Chinese black vinegar or balsamic vinegar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon organic sugar
  • 1 tablespoon hot pepper oil optional
  • 1/4 cup scallions finely sliced

Garnishes

  • Julienned red bell pepper
  • Julienned Cucumber
  • Snow Peas trimmed, cut into thin slivers
  • scallions minced
  • toasted black sesame seeds
  • Chinese chili sauce or chili oil

Instructions

  1. Cook soba noodles until al dente. Drain and rinse well under cold water until chilled; drain again. Place in a large bowl.

  2. Combine Sesame Noodle Sauce Ingredients.
  3. Stir half of Sesame Noodle Sauce into soba noodles and toss. Add more sauce to taste. Toss well so all the noodles are well covered.
  4. Chill overnight.
  5. Just before serving too with garnishes.

Recipe Notes

Adapted from The Martha Stewart Cookbook

Nutrition Facts
Cold Chinese Sesame Noodles
Amount Per Serving
Calories 302 Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 270mg12%
Potassium 149mg4%
Carbohydrates 46g15%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 7g14%
Vitamin A 30IU1%
Vitamin C 0.6mg1%
Calcium 16mg2%
Iron 0.9mg5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Comments

  1. bellini says

    July 1, 2011 at 1:12 pm

    It has been hot and even humid here in the West so a refreshing salad from Martha is the perfect choice!

    Reply
  2. Pretend Chef says

    July 1, 2011 at 1:59 pm

    That sounds like such a fun group to be a part of. This recipe looks and sounds delicious. I love the crunch from the veggies in soba noodles. Yummy!

    Reply
  3. girlichef says

    July 1, 2011 at 2:20 pm

    This sounds like a recipe that could become a quick favorite in my house…perfect for summer or lunch boxes! Great pick 😀

    Reply
  4. Junia says

    July 1, 2011 at 3:45 pm

    ooo homemade veggie soba noodles!! this looks so good! i've actually never looked at any of martha's cookbooks before! and i'm gonna check out the other posts too 😀

    Reply
  5. Mary says

    July 1, 2011 at 5:32 pm

    What a perfect recipe choice for this week's challenge. I love noodles of all sorts and these are perfect for holiday parties. I hope you enjoy the weekend. I'm thrilled you decided to join us. Take care. Blessings…Mary

    Reply
  6. susie bee on maui says

    July 1, 2011 at 7:10 pm

    What a fun concept! Beautiful photo of the noodles and great recipe adaptation. Happy 4th.

    Reply
  7. Kim-Cook It Allergy Free says

    July 1, 2011 at 11:10 pm

    Jeanette, I am thinking that I would love, more than anything, to come and live with you and eat and cook together. There is not one thing that you post here that does not have me absolutely drooling!! I am going to make this! It looks perfect to bring to the beach, actually!

    Reply
  8. Susan Lindquist says

    July 2, 2011 at 12:54 am

    First of all, welcome! The group is growing … and 'that's a good thing'! Sorry, had to say that! Second, love the presentation of the noodles! So perfect! Like a little bouffant of carbs! Love it!

    Reply
  9. Kalyn says

    July 2, 2011 at 3:06 am

    I love this type of dish. And this one sounds fabulous, especially with the black soy sauce!

    Reply
  10. Jeanette says

    July 2, 2011 at 3:50 am

    I'm glad everyone is liking this cold noodle dish – it is perfect for a hot summer picnic!

    Wish I lived near all of you so we could share all our favorites!

    Reply
  11. Kayla says

    July 2, 2011 at 2:18 pm

    I can't tell you how much I love soba noodles. It's my go-to dish in both summer and winter.

    Do people have picnics and barbecues on 4th July? I just realised that I will be spending 4th July in US,because of work. I'm actually looking forward to that 🙂

    Happy July 4th !!

    Reply
  12. Jen_from_NJ says

    July 2, 2011 at 4:39 pm

    I like the changes that you mader to the original – just lovely and so healthy. Great summer dish!

    Reply
  13. Lydia (The Perfect Pantry) says

    July 2, 2011 at 11:56 pm

    'Tis the season — I've been craving sesame noodles, too, and tasted an amazing version this week while on vacation that I'm going to try to replicate. They are completely addictive, aren't they?

    Reply
  14. bakerbynature says

    July 3, 2011 at 1:21 pm

    I love Martha, and cold noodle dishes like this!

    Reply
  15. Joanne says

    July 4, 2011 at 12:54 pm

    I'm so glad you're joining in on the fun, Jeanette! and with such a great recipe! I adore sesame noodles and i'm sure that Martha's recipe would top all others!

    Reply
  16. Ilke says

    July 5, 2011 at 1:59 am

    Hi Jeanette,
    The salad looks perfect for a hot, humid afternoon and I am willing to give it a try if you are the one vouching for MS. I have tried several of her desserts within the past year from her Living magazine and online. Somehow nothing turned out right in those recipes. It might be me!
    I will save this recipe for a hot Saturday lunch!

    Reply
  17. HapaMama says

    July 5, 2011 at 6:21 am

    I adore cold Asian noodles when the weather gets hot. The soba noodles probably don't stick when made ahead as much as Chinese egg noodles would. My kids actually love soba, so I think I'll make some soon!

    Reply
  18. Feast on the Cheap says

    July 5, 2011 at 9:07 pm

    There is almost nothing I love more than cold sesame noodles on a 90-degree night!

    Reply
  19. Jeanette says

    July 6, 2011 at 3:16 am

    It is so hot right now, I think I might just make another batch of these cold noodles!

    Reply
  20. Heather Jacobsen says

    July 12, 2011 at 6:22 pm

    I've been looking for a good soba noodle recipe recently. So glad I found this! Thanks for the inspiration.

    Reply
  21. Clancy Harrison says

    May 20, 2012 at 12:09 pm

    I had to pin this for later- this looks absolutely amazing!!

    Reply
    • Jeanette says

      May 20, 2012 at 9:19 pm

      Thanks Clancy – this has been a warm weather favorite for years, and I’m looking forward to making it again soon.

      Reply
  22. marla says

    June 6, 2012 at 5:21 pm

    Jeanette, I have yet to perfect the “pasta twirl” you have it down girl. These noodles look amazing!

    Reply
  23. Sook says

    July 9, 2012 at 9:21 pm

    Hi Jeanette! First time here and I love this noodle recipe! I can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
    • Jeanette says

      July 9, 2012 at 10:54 pm

      Hi Sook, so glad you stopped by – this has been a favorite for BBQ’s and picnics for many years – enjoy!

      Reply
  24. suzi says

    June 15, 2015 at 9:16 am

    Great recipe Jeanette. Perfect for summer lunch boxes too! Or flights… It packs well! This is versatile, as you can get creative and add all sorts of your favorite things; baked tofu bites, other veggies, bean sprouts, etc. Garnishing with chopped green onions, or a few cilantro leaves makes it pretty. Or, just simply plain as written is yummy! 😉

    Reply
    • Jeanette says

      June 16, 2015 at 6:37 pm

      Thanks Suzi – I love your suggestions of things to add – sounds so good!

      Reply
  25. Laura says

    August 1, 2016 at 9:46 am

    OoooOoo this dish sounds amazing! Love it!

    Reply
  26. Kelli says

    August 1, 2016 at 7:01 pm

    These look so pretty! A new soba restaurant opened up near me and have spent far too much money. . .I”ll have to give these a shot the next time the craving hits!

    Reply
  27. ResQRinse Team says

    June 25, 2019 at 2:34 pm

    5 stars
    This sounds so perfect and light for hot summer days! Love the blend of flavors. Total bonus that it’s perfect to pack for a picnic. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply

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