Pasta with Chinese Tahini Sauce

Directions

GARNISHES: scallion curls, fresh corriander sprigs, toasted sesame seeds, or chopped dry-roasted unsalted peanuts, optional.

NOTE: Chinese wheat noodles are compacted into cubes.

To cook, break the cubes and drop into boiling water.

When water returns to a boil, cook for 3 minutes and drain.

They may be served as is or patted dry and sautéed in oil until lightly browned.

Bring a large pot of water to a boil, cook pasta until al dente.

While pasta is cooking, steam peas.

In a large bowl, combine remaining ingredients.

When pasta is done, drain well.

Toss dressing with pasta; add peas and toss again.

Top with garnish.