Food & Cooking Recipes Ingredients Pasta and Grains Easy Cold Sesame Noodles 3.1 (31) 6 Reviews By Martha Stewart Test Kitchen Martha Stewart Test Kitchen The recipes developed by our test kitchen team have undergone a rigorous process of development and testing, ensuring that every element is optimal, from ingredient amounts to method and cooking time. This process includes triple-testing recipes to ensure they meet our high standards. The many stellar cooks and food editors who have been part of our team include Sarah Carey, Lucinda Scala Quinn, Jennifer Aaronson, Shira Bocar, Anna Kovel, Greg Lofts, Riley Wofford, Lauren Tyrell, and Lindsay Leopold. Editorial Guidelines Updated on February 11, 2021 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings: 4 This Chinese-inspired favorite comes together even faster when you use leftover cooked noodles. This recipe makes for a delicious lunch. Ingredients 1 pound spaghetti 8 ounces snow peas, slivered lengthwise 1 red bell pepper, cut into long, thin strips ½ cup smooth peanut butter 2 cloves garlic 1 jalapeno pepper (seeds removed, if desired) ¼ cup soy sauce ¼ cup rice vinegar ⅓ cup warm water 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil ¼ teaspoon salt Directions In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook spaghetti until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water. In a large bowl, combine pasta with snow peas and red bell pepper. In a blender, puree peanut butter, garlic, jalapeno, soy sauce, rice vinegar, warm water, sesame oil, and salt. Pour dressing over noodles and vegetables; toss to coat. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Cook's Notes This dish can also be made with Japanese noodles, such as udon or soba, or Chinese rice noodles. Cook according to package instructions. Rate it Print