Szechuan Sesame Noodles with Asparagus Recipe

Szechuan Sesame Noodles With Asparagus Recipe

Ingredients

Makes 4 servings

• 12 ounces linguine or other noodles
• 12 ounces asparagus, tough ends trimmed and cut diagonally into 2-inch pieces
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 1/4 cup Chinese sesame paste
• 2 teaspoons Asian chili paste
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Chinese black vinegar
• 1 teaspoon light brown sugar, or more to taste
• 3 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons canola or grapeseed oil
• 3 green onions, chopped
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, for garnish

Method

1. Cook the linguine in a pot of boiling salted water until al dente, about 10 minutes
2. (If using another type of noodle, cook according to package directions
3. ) During the last few minutes of cooking time, add the asparagus to lightly cook
4. Drain well, rinse and transfer the noodles and asparagus to a large bowl
5. Toss with the sesame oil and set aside
6. In a small bowl, combine the sesame paste, chili paste, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar and water and mix until well blended
7. Set aside
8. In a large skillet or wok, heat the canola oil over medium-high heat
9. Add the green onions and ginger and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds
10. Add the reserved noodles and asparagus
11. Stir in the reserved sauce and toss gently to combine until hot
12. Transfer to a large serving bowl and sprinkle with sesame seeds
13. Serve immediately

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