Ginger Sesame Noodles

These noodles amp up the flavor of traditional Chinese sesame noodles with a dollop of ginger jam. Adapted from a recipe by Kerry Saretsky at Serious Eats. http://bit.ly/lj9CnP

• Ready In: 10 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  lb  wide  lo mein noodles
• 6  tablespoons  smooth peanut butter
• 3  tablespoons soy sauce
• 3  tablespoons  toasted sesame oil
• 3  tablespoons boiling water
• 3  tablespoons  ginger preserves
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
• 2  teaspoons sesame seeds
• 4  teaspoons rice vinegar
• 2  scallions, chopped

Directions

1. Cook the noodles as directed on the package. Drain and rinse in cold water.
2. Whisk together remaining ingredients except scallions (or process in a blender) until smooth. Toss noodles gently with sauce then top with scallions. Serve at room temperature or chilled.