SESAME STYLE NOODLES ENJOY DAN:

                            SESAME STYLE NOODLES by CHEF DAN:

Serves 4

1-pound sesame noodles frozen, fresh preferably

2-tablespoon toasted sesame oil

3-tablespoon soy sauce

2-tablespoons rice wine vinegar

1-tablespoon smooth peanut butter

1-tablespoon honey

1/2-tablespoon EACH sesame paste, & garlic paste

2-teaspoons chili garlic sauce

1/2-English cucumber, & cut 1/8-inch by 1/8 inch by 2-inch sticks

1/4-cup roasted peanuts

DIRECTIONS:

1.  Bring a pot of water to a boil.

2.  Add noodles & cook until barley tender, about 5 minutes.

3.  They should retain a hint of chewiness.

4.  Drain, rinse with cold water, drain again & toss with a splash of sesame oil.

5.  In a bowl, whisk together sesame oil, & next 7 ingredients.

6.  Pour the sauce over the noodles & toss.

7.  Transfer to a serving bowl.

8.  Garnish with cucumber & roasted peanuts.

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