There’s lots of fresh flavor and texture in this lightly-sauced noodle bowl. A combination of scallions, ginger and tender-crisp asparagus make it a great choice for springtime. Sesame oil seasons the chewy Chinese noodles with toasty notes.
I like to serve sriracha sauce on the side for a bit of heat and it is great with a fried egg on top too. 
Sesame Noodle Bowl with Spring Asparagus
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings 1x
Description
Bring fresh flavors of ginger, scallions, and asparagus to a chewy bowl of Chinese noodles with toasted sesame notes. Serve with spicy chili sauce for heat.
Ingredients
- 10-oz (285 g) of Chinese noodles (see notes for information)
- 2 bunches of asparagus, chopped (about 5-6 cups of chopped asparagus)
- 6 scallions, diced. Reserve the dark green parts for serving
- 1-inch piece of ginger, peeled and grated
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) of teriyaki sauce
- 4 tsp (20 ml) of rice vinegar
- 3 tsp (15 ml) of honey or sugar
- 2 tsp of Asian sesame oil plus more for drizzling
- 2 tsp of sesame seeds or to taste
- Oil for cooking
- To Serve: sriracha sauce, fried egg, crispy tofu, bean sprouts
Instructions
- Cook the noodles according to the package instructions, rinse with cold water, drain well and set aside. You can mix some oil in the noodles to prevent them from sticking.
- Combine the ginger, teriyaki sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil and honey or sugar in a bowl and set aside.
- Heat a wok or a large fry pan on medium high heat with oil. Stir fry the asparagus and the white and light green parts of the scallions until they’re tender-crisp. Mix in the reserved sauce and continue to cook until the sauce bubbles and reduces a tiny bit. Stir in the reserved noodles and warm through. Drizzle a little more sesame oil on top and mix. Serve with sesame seeds, the reserved green parts of the scallions and sriracha sauce. Enjoy!
Notes
- For this recipe I use Wel-Pac Chinese Noodles ( also used for making chow mein) .
- I find them in my regular market.
- Soba noodles would work too.
- Try not to overcook the noodles.
- They should remain slightly chewy and not mushy.
- I use San-J teriyaki sauce and Trader Joe’s Toasted Sesame Oil too.
- Some fresh bean sprouts are delicious tossed in at the last minute.
- A fried egg or some crispy tofu on top is a good idea too.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I prepare the asparagus for the Sesame Noodle Bowl?
Trim the tough ends off the asparagus and then blanch them briefly in boiling water until they are tender-crisp before adding them to the noodle bowl.
What type of noodles should I use for this recipe?
Use chewy Chinese noodles, such as lo mein or udon, as they pair well with the sesame oil and other flavors in the dish.
Can I add protein to the Sesame Noodle Bowl, and if so, what do you recommend?
Yes, adding a fried egg on top is a great option, or you can include cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu for additional protein.
