Sticky Sesame Ginger Takeout Pasta
🧄 Ingredients
- 8 ¾ oz spaghetti or lo mein noodles
- 1 ¾ tbsp sesame oil (for tossing noodles)
- 3 ¾ tbsp soy sauce
- 2 ¾ tbsp sesame oil (for sauce)
- 1 ¾ tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 ¾ tbsp honey
- 1 ¾ tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 ¾ garlic cloves, minced
- 1 ¾ tbsp tahini or peanut butter
- 1 ¾ tsp chili flakes or sriracha
- 1 ¾ tsp cornstarch
- 2 ¾ tbsp water (for cornstarch slurry)
- 1 ¾ tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 ¾ green onions, sliced
📋 Instructions
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1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook noodles according to package directions until just al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking. Toss with 1 tbsp sesame oil so the noodles don\'t stick together. Set aside.
💡 Don\'t overcook — al dente noodles hold the sauce much better than soft ones. -
2
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, and tahini (or peanut butter) until smooth. In a separate tiny bowl, mix cornstarch with 2 tbsp water until dissolved, then stir into the sauce.
💡 Make sure the cornstarch is fully dissolved before adding — no lumps in that glossy sauce. -
3
Pour the sauce into a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens into a sticky glaze. It will look glossy and coat the back of a spoon when ready.
💡 Stay close — the sauce goes from thin to thick quickly once the cornstarch activates. -
4
Add the cooked noodles to the pan with the sauce, or pour the warm sauce over the noodles in a large bowl. Toss well until every noodle is coated. If the sauce feels too thick, add a splash of water and toss again to loosen.
💡 Use tongs for the best coverage — they really get the sauce into every strand. -
5
Divide into bowls and top with sesame seeds, sliced green onions, and any optional toppings like shredded carrots, cucumber, or crushed peanuts. Serve warm immediately or let cool to room temperature for a cold pasta salad.
💡 Let the dressed noodles sit for 2 minutes before serving — the sauce settles in beautifully.
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