Asian Spicy Noodles Recipe

Ingredients

8 ounces pasta quinoa spaghetti (can sub regular spaghetti or soba noodles)
Dressing
3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
3 tablespoons peanut butter, smooth or crunchy
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons orange juice concentrate
3 teaspoons Sambal Oelek (or to taste)
1/3 cup sesame oil
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 large clove garlic, pressed
4 green onions, white and green, sliced
salt, pepper and Tabsco to taste
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
Optional: chicken poached in chicken broth seasoned with onion, celery, carrots, garlic and lots of ginger root. Cool and shred and add to salad.

Preparation

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl combine all the dressing ingredients, making sure to mi well. Taste for seasonings. Cook the pasta in large pot of boiling, salted water. Drain well and add the hot, drained pasta to the dressing mixture. Toss to coat well. Stir in chicken if using. Chill. Toss and garnish with the sesame seeds before serving. Best if made a day ahead.