Sesame Orange Noodle Bowl
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Sesame Orange Noodle Bowl

Takeout-flavored noodle bowl made fresh — bright orange sesame sauce, soba noodles, and vegetables that keep every bite a little different.

DifficultyEasyTotal time30 minServes3
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Overview

Prep10 min
Cook20 min
Total30 min
Servings3
DifficultyEasy
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Ingredients

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Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Small bowl
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Method

01
Make the sauce

Make the sauce

Whisk together the orange juice, zest, tamari, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, maple syrup, and sriracha.

02

Cook the noodles

Cook the soba noodles according to the package directions. Drain and rinse.

03

Heat the oil

Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

04
Cook the vegetables

Cook the vegetables

Add the broccolini and carrot and cook until just tender but still bright.

05

Add edamame and scallions

Add the edamame and scallions.

06
Add noodles and sauce

Add noodles and sauce

Add the noodles and orange sesame sauce.

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Toss

Toss

Toss everything together until the noodles are evenly coated and warmed through.

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Finish

Finish

Finish with sesame seeds and cilantro.

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Tips

NoteDon't overcook the vegetables. This bowl is much better when there is still some crunch against the soft noodles.
NoteI also like adding the orange zest as well as the juice. That's where a lot of the actual orange fragrance lives.
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Nutrition

AllergensSoy, Sesame, Gluten depending on noodles
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Storage

RefrigeratorUp to 3 days; it's genuinely good cold, straight from the container.
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Frequently asked

Can I use different noodles?+

Yes — rice noodles or udon work well; use rice noodles to keep it gluten free.

Can I add protein?+

Baked tofu or a jammy egg sit nicely on top; toss crispy tofu straight into the skillet with the sauce.

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