Sesame Noodles

Sesame noodles is a deliciously simple side dish to accompany an authentic Asian meal.

Recipe Ingredients:

1 pound dry vermicelli noodles
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 medium carrots, shredded
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 teaspoons peeled, finely chopped fresh ginger
4 green onions (green parts only), cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons MAGGI Seasoning Sauce
2 teaspoons sesame oil

Cooking Directions:

1. Break noodles into 4 to 5-inch pieces. Prepare according to package directions; drain. Cover and keep warm.
2. Cook sesame seeds in large, nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, for 2 to 3 minutes or until toasted; remove from skillet.
3. Heat vegetable oil in same skillet. Add carrots, garlic and ginger; cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until lightly browned. Stir in green onions, seasoning sauce, sesame oil, sesame seeds and noodles. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes or until heated through. Serve immediately.

Makes 6 servings.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/6 of recipe): 360 Calories from Fat: 80 Total Fat: 9 g Saturated Fat: 1 g Cholesterol: 0 mg Sodium: 470 mg Carbohydrates: 60 g Dietary Fiber: 3 g Sugars: 4 g Protein: 11 g.

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