Ingredients:
1 lb cooked al dente and cooled thin pasta ( that’s 1 lb. after cooking)
2 -4 scallions, chopped,save some for garnish
1 red bell peppers, julienned,save some for garnish
roasted peanuts, chopped,save all for garnish
1 tablespoon black sesame seeds or 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, with additional for garnish (optional)
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 serrano chilies, chopped
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves
1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted creamy peanut butter
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons light brown sugar
2/3 cup canola oil
1 tablespoon sesame oil
salt
Directions:
To make dressing: In a food processor, process everything except the oil.
Slowly drizzle in the oil until emulsified.
Scrape into a bowl and wait for half an hour for the flavours to develop.
To make salad: Toss all together, dress with just enough dressing to moisten and flavor, and garnish with scallions, red bell pepper and peanuts.
Serve at room temperature.
Servings: 4
Time preparation: 30 min.
Time total: 40 min.