Sichuan-Style Spicy Sesame Noodles

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-07 · Updated 2026-07-07

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Chilled noodles coated in a bold and spicy Sichuan sesame sauce, accented with garlic, chili oil, and toasted sesame seeds for a vibrant umami-packed dish. This Chinese-inspired noodle recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs spaghetti noodles, soy sauce, chili oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Chinese cuisine 420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz spaghetti noodles
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp sesame paste (tahini or Chinese sesame paste)
1 tbsp chili oil
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp granulated sugar
3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
2, thinly sliced scallions
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1/2 tsp salt

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 oz spaghetti noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; set aside.
Step 2: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp sesame paste, 1 tbsp chili oil, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp granulated sugar, and 1/2 tsp salt until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 4: Pour the hot garlic oil into the sauce mixture and stir well to combine.
Step 5: Toss the cooled noodles with the prepared sauce until every strand is evenly coated.
Step 6: Garnish with 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced scallions before serving chilled or at room temperature.