Step 1

1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat

Step 2

2 Add the noodles and cook for 8 minutes, or until just tender

Step 3

3 Drain the noodles, rinse with cold water, drain again and transfer to a large bowl

Step 4

4 Add 1 teaspoon of the sesame oil and toss to coat

Step 5

5 In a medium bowl, whisk the remaining 2 tablespoons sesame oil, the rice vinegar, tahini, peanut butter, soy sauce, sugar, ginger and chili-garlic sauce

Step 6

6 Pour the sauce over the noodles and toss to coat

Step 7

7 Add the carrot, cucumber and bell pepper and toss to mix it together

Step 8

8 Sprinkle the scallions and peanuts (or toasted sesame seeds) on top before serving