Ingredients

8 oz. dry linguini

2 tbls. sesame oil

sauce:

1/4 cup light soy sauce

2 tbls. sesame paste

2 tbls. sesame oil

1 tbls. chili oil

1 tbls rice vinegar (or white)

2 tsp minced fresh ginger

2 tsp crushed Szechwan peppercorns

2 cloves garlic, crushed

Garnish

2 tbls sliced scallions

2 tbls chopped roasted peanuts

fresh cilantro or parsley

Preparation

Cook linguini, drain. Cool under cold water. Drain and toss with 2 tbls sesame oil. Chill. Stir together ingredients for sauce. Just before serving, pour over noodles and toss. Garnish with scallions, peanuts, and cilantro.