Best Spicy Sesame Carrot Noodles Recipes

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SPICY GREEN BEAN & CARROT SALAD W/ SESAME NOODLES



Spicy Green Bean & Carrot Salad w/ Sesame Noodles image

A great Thai salad served at room temperature. The dressing is packed with bold flavors -- only a small amount of oil is needed.

Provided by Daily Inspiration S @DailyInspiration

Categories     Pasta Salads

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup(s) fresh lime juice
3 tablespoon(s) canola oil
3 tablespoon(s) soy sauce
2 tablespoon(s) dark brown sugar (packed)
1 tablespoon(s) toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon(s) minced fresh garlic
1 tablespoon(s) orange zest
2 small serrano chilies (or chili of your choice), thinly sliced into rounds (remove seeds if you want less heat)
9 ounce(s) green beans,trimmed and cut on the diagonal into 1/2 inch pieces
1 package(s) 9-oz. pkg. fresh linguine (or dry if preferred)
2 cup(s) peeled carrots, shredded
1 cup(s) green onions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Stir first 8 ingredients in a medium bowl and blend well. Season with salt and pepper taste and let stand approx. 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  • Cook green beans in salted water (or steam) until crisp-tender. Remove with a slotted spoon (save water) and place in ice water to cool. Drain well and dry thoroughly with paper towels.
  • Return water to a boil and add pasta noodles - cook until just tender, but still al dente. Rinse pasta under cool water. Drain well and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Combine green beans, pasta, carrots, green onions and dressing in a large bowl. Toss to coat. Season with more salt and pepper, if desired.

SPICY SESAME CARROT NOODLES



Spicy Sesame Carrot Noodles image

Honey tempers the Sriracha in this no-cook carrot salad. It makes a great last-minute side dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons chili sauce, such as Sriracha
1 teaspoon honey
1 pound large carrots, peeled and cut into thin noodles (4 cups)
1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped cilantro, plus whole leaves for serving

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, lime juice, chili sauce, and honey. Add carrot noodles, sesame seeds, scallions, and cilantro; toss to combine. Garnish with whole leaves. Serve room temperature or chilled.

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