The After-School Special
User Reviews
5
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
2
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Calories
306 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Chinese
The After-School Special
Description
This recipe involves cooking dried pasta according to package instructions, then draining and tossing it with soy sauce and sesame oil to taste. Optional additions include white pepper for mild heat and flavor, chili oil for spiciness, and chopped scallions for freshness and slight pungency.
The method emphasizes adding soy sauce gradually to avoid excessive saltiness, allowing the cook to adjust seasoning carefully. The result is a simple, flavorful pasta that can be personalized with the optional ingredients for varied seasoning levels.
This versatile dish is quick to prepare and can be served as a light meal or snack. It relies on pantry staples and can be adapted with other toppings or condiments if desired.
Ingredients
- dried pasta any
- soy sauce
- sesame oil
- white pepper (optional)
- Chili oil (optional)
- scallions (chopped, optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain. Toss with soy sauce and sesame oil to taste. If using, mix in white pepper, chili oil, and scallions to taste.
- Make sure to add condiments in small quantities as you’re mixing the noodles together, especially the soy sauce––it can get salty very quickly. Add the soy sauce a teaspoon at a time.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 306 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 306kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 54g | 18% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 508mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 177mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 60IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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