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A layered Cold Sesame Peanut Noodle Jar showing sauce on the bottom, noodles, meat, carrots, and green onions on top.

Cold Sesame Peanut Noodle Jar

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 30 min
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A make-ahead, layered noodle jar featuring a creamy peanut sauce, sesame notes, and fresh vegetables, perfect for portable, flavorful lunches.

Ingredients

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  • 5 ounces dried thin spaghetti noodles
  • 4 ounces protein (such as ground pork, chicken, turkey, or beef; or cooked shredded chicken)
  • Neutral oil
  • Sauce of choice (Basic Cold Noodle Sauce, Sesame Sauce, or Peanut Sauce)
  • 1 cup raw or cooked vegetables and herbs of choice (such as julienned cucumber, carrot, pepper, chopped scallion, cilantro, garlic)
  • BASIC COLD NOODLE SAUCE: 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar (Shanghai rice vinegar, or Chinese black vinegar)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 clove minced garlic
  • SESAME SAUCE: 1/4 cup hot water
  • 2 tablespoons sesame paste
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar (optional to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 clove minced garlic
  • PEANUT SAUCE: 2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 3 tablespoons hot water
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons fish sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 clove minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon minced or grated ginger

Instructions

  1. Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the spaghetti noodles according to package directions.
  2. Drain the noodles and toss them with a couple teaspoons of neutral oil to prevent sticking.
  3. Cook your chosen protein, seasoning it with a pinch of salt.
  4. To build the jar, combine all ingredients for your chosen sauce in a small bowl and pour the sauce into the bottom of the jar.
  5. Layer the noodles on top of the sauce.
  6. Add the cooked protein, followed by your choice of vegetables and herbs.
  7. Refrigerate until you are ready to eat.
  8. Shake the jar to combine all ingredients just before eating.

Notes

  • This recipe is designed for make-ahead lunches that maintain flavor and texture.
  • Layering the sauce first keeps the noodles from becoming soggy before serving.
  • Use cooked, shredded chicken for a quick protein option.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 15 min
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Assembling
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 jar
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 25g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Cold Sesame Peanut Noodle Jar, Meal Prep Lunch, Cold Noodles, Peanut Noodles, Asian Inspired Recipes, Easy Lunches For Work, Quick Lunch Ideas

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