Sesame Sauce for Noodles
Sesame Sauce for Noodles is a quick and easy way to bring deep, nutty flavor to your next bowl of noodles. Made with sesame paste, soy sauce, vinegar, and a few pantry staples, it comes together in minutes and stores well in the fridge for future meals.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup Chinese or Japanese sesame paste
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon chili oil optional
- 2 to 3 tablespoons warm water as needed
Instructions
Combine the base ingredients
- In a medium bowl, add the sesame paste, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, and chili oil if using. Stir well with a fork or small whisk to combine.
Adjust the consistency
- Add the warm water one tablespoon at a time, mixing continuously, until the sauce becomes smooth and pourable. The final texture should coat a spoon but still drip easily.
Taste and tweak
- Give the sauce a taste and adjust if needed. Add a touch more vinegar for brightness, or a splash more soy sauce for salt.
Use or store
- Use the sauce immediately on cold noodles or transfer it to a jar. Store in the fridge for up to one week and stir before using.
Notes
1. If using tahini as a substitute, expect a thinner, slightly more bitter flavor. Add a bit more sugar to balance it out.
2. For a spicier version, use a full tablespoon of chili oil or add a spoonful of chili crisp.
3. This sauce also works well on rice bowls, grilled vegetables, and dumplings.
Nutrition
Calories: 228kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 5gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 761mgPotassium: 121mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 13IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 1mg
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