Step 1

PreparationMake Sesame sauce: Toast sesame seeds. Purée in a blender with remaining ingredients until smooth.

Step 2

Make Garlic Sauce: Stir together all ingredients until sugar has dissolved.

Step 3

Make broth: Bring broth, water, garlic, and ginger to a boil in a small saucepan. Discard ginger. Keep at a brisk simmer.

Step 4

To cook: Simmer chicken, tofu, noodles, and vegetables in small batches (chicken will take 30 seconds to 1 minute; make sure not to contaminate other food with utensils for the raw chicken). Serve with dipping sauces in small bowls.