Peanut-Sesame Udon Noodles with Scallions

By lorik

Ingredients

• For the noodles:
• 1/4 cup natural peanut butter
• 2 1/2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
• 4 teaspoons white miso
• 4 teaspoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon finely grated garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 12 ounces dried udon noodles
• 3 scallions, thinly sliced on the diagonal (about 1/4 cup)

Preparation

Step 1

To make the sauce, in a large bowl whisk together all ingredients; set aside.

In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook until tender. Reserve ¼ cup of the cooking water, then drain the noodles. Rinse under cold water and drain again. Add the noodles and 2 tablespoons reserved cooking water to the sauce and toss until coated. Sprinkle with the scallions.

Tip: Don’t forget to rinse the noodles in cold water after cooking; they will become gummy otherwise.