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Cool cucumber and a sesame dressing for a light noodle supper.
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Chilled cucumber sesame noodles
At home recipes · 15 minute
Cool cucumber and a sesame dressing for a light noodle supper.
5 min prep · 10 min cook · Serves 2 · Main
Recipe by Other People's Recipes · Published · Updated
The method
- 1Cook the noodles following the packet instructions, choosing a variety ready in 4 minutes or less. Drain and rinse briefly under cold water.
- 2Whisk tahini, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil and water. Add cucumber strips to the cooled noodles.
- 3Toss everything together thoroughly and divide between two bowls. Serve straight away.
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Check sauces and noodles for wheat, soy, sesame and other allergens.
A note from the OPR kitchen
An OPR editorial recipe for everyday home cooking. Timings are a guide and depend on your equipment; follow the method and check food is fully cooked. This recipe has not been independently kitchen-tested.
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