Ginger Sesame Noodles with Broccoli

Ingredients

• 2 T tahini (or any nut butter in a pinch)
• 1 T light brown sugar
• 3 T mirin (or mild vinegar + ½ t sugar)
• ¼ T red pepper flakes
• ¼ C tamari
• 2 T water
• 8 oz broccoli florets, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 12 oz linguine
• 2 T toasted sesame oil
• 1 T olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 T ginger, minced
• Toasted sesame seeds or gomasio, for garnish

Instructions

1. 1 Mix The Sesame Paste, Brown Sugar: Mix the sesame paste, brown sugar, mirin, and hot red pepper flakes in a small bowl until well blended.
2. 2 Add The Tamari And Water And: Add the tamari and water and then stir until blended. Set aside.
3. 3 Cook The Linguine According To Package: Cook the linguine according to package directions.
4. 4 During The Last 5 Minutes Of: During the last 5 minutes of cooking time, add the broccoli florets and cook until just tender.
5. 5 When The Noodles And Broccoli Are: When the noodles and broccoli are done, drain and rinse with cold water. Toss with the sesame oil and set aside.
6. 6 Heat The Canola Oil In A: Heat the canola oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
7. 7 Add The Garlic And Ginger And: Add the garlic and ginger and stir-fry until fragrant, about 15-20 seconds.
8. 8 Add The Reserved Noodles And Broccoli: Add the reserved noodles and broccoli, and the sauce, and then toss to combine and heat through.
9. 9 Serve Hot Sprinkled With Sesame Seeds: Serve hot sprinkled with sesame seeds.
10. 10 Variations/Notes: Variations/Notes:
11. 11 Substitue The Linguine With Any Asian: Substitue the linguine with any Asian noodle.
12. 12 Gomasio Is A Blend Of Sesame: Gomasio is a blend of sesame seeds and sea salt found in Asian markets and natural food stores. Use it as a topping instead of just sesame seeds.
13. 13 Also, You Can Substitute The Broccoli: Also, you can substitute the broccoli with any in-season green vegetable. Asparagus works quite well.
14. 14 To Toast Sesame Seeds, Heat A: To toast sesame seeds, heat a dry pan on medium-high heat then add the sesame seeds. Toss or stir until fragrant and lightly browned. Move to a plate to cool.