Spaghetti in sesame oil sauce
4 servings
35 minutes
Spaghetti in sesame oil sauce is a delightful blend of Italian classic with Eastern notes. The thin strands of al dente pasta absorb the aromatic sauce made from tahini, soy sauce, and Chinese hot sauce, creating a rich flavor with spicy undertones. Sherry adds a light sweetness to the dish, while garlic and ginger reveal its spicy character. A garnish of fresh cucumbers and cilantro adds freshness and balance. This dish is perfect for those who appreciate bold flavor combinations and want to diversify traditional pasta.
1
Cook the spaghetti in a pot according to the package instructions until al dente; drain the water, rinse the noodles well under cold water, and dry.
- Spaghetti: 225 g
2
Then pour sesame oil over the cooked noodles and set aside.
- Tahini: 1.5 tablespoon
3
Mix all the necessary ingredients for the sauce in a separate bowl.
- Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
- Chinese chili oil sauce (chili crisp): 1.5 tablespoon
- Sherry: 1 tablespoon
- Sugar: 0.5 tablespoon
- Garlic: 3 cloves
- Ginger: 0.5 teaspoon
- Spring onion: 2 bunchs
4
Pour the sauce over the noodles and mix thoroughly; season with pepper to taste. Serve the dish with a garnish of cucumbers and cilantro.
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- English (hothouse) cucumbers: 100 g
- Chopped cilantro (coriander leaf): 1 tablespoon
