Main Dish • Side Dish
Tahina Noodles
A deliciously quick and satisfying noodle dish tossed with colourful vegetables and creamy tahina sauce. Packed with fresh flavours, crunchy textures, and nutty sesame goodness, this recipe makes the perfect easy lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 Pack Blue Dragon Soba noodles
- ¼ Cup Sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp Rice vinegar
- ¼ Cup Al Wadi Al Akhdar Tahina
- 2 Tbsp Vegetable oil
- 1 Clove Garlic, crushed
- 1 Tbsp Fresh ginger, grated
- 2 Sprigs Green onions, sliced
- 1 Red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 Can Sweet corn, drained
- 400g Can Baby carrots, drained
- 1 Jar Green asparagus, drained
- 1 Lemon, juiced
- ¼ Cup Toasted sesame seeds
- ¼ Cup Fresh coriander, chopped
- ¼ Cup Cabbage, shredded
- To Taste Salt & pepper
Preparation
- Cook the soba noodles according to the package instructions. Drain well and set aside.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and grated ginger, then stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the sliced green onions and cook briefly before increasing the heat to high. Stir-fry the red bell pepper for about 3 minutes.
- Add the sweet corn and baby carrots, cooking for another 3 minutes while stirring continuously.
- Stir in the asparagus and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the vegetables remain vibrant and crisp.
- Drizzle in the lemon juice and sesame oil, then transfer everything to a large saucepan or mixing bowl.
- Add the cooked noodles and season with salt and pepper. Stir in the tahina and rice vinegar until evenly coated.
- Finish with fresh coriander and toasted sesame seeds. Garnish with shredded cabbage and serve immediately.
Serve hot as a comforting main course or pair alongside grilled vegetables, tofu, or chicken for a complete meal packed with flavour and texture.

