1/4 - 1/2tspcrushed red pepper flakes*add more to make spicier
1/2-3/4cup cilantroI love cilantro so I always add 3/4 cup.
3/4cuppeanuts, or whatever salty nuts you have on hand
1/2cupsliced green onions
Instructions
In a large pot over medium heat, bring water to boil. Once water is boiling add 3 tsp of salt to the water. Add the spaghetti noodles to the boiling water. Cook until al dente.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, whisk the sesame oil, vegetable oil, soy sauce, garlic powder, salt, and honey. Cook over medium heat for 3 minutes, whisking constantly. Remove from heat. Add the crushed red pepper flakes.
When pasta has finished cooking, drain the water. Add the shredded chicken, sauce, cilantro, green onions, and nuts to the pasta. Stir to combine. Serve immediately.
Notes
Here are some delicious variations to switch up this sesame noodle recipe:
Change up the protein. Beef, steak, shrimp, pork, tofu, etc.
Add more vegetables. Chopped spinach, bok choy, sautéed kale, collard greens, snow peas, or cooked bell peppers are a few delicious options.
Switch the nuts. Hazelnut, walnuts, peanuts, cashews, etc.
Use different noodles. Gluten free noodles, Chinese noodles, ramen noodles, soba noodles, udon noodles, etc.