1 pound linguini, angel hair pasta, or soba noodles 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter 5 tablesspoons rice wine vinegar 5 tablespoons sesame oil 4 tablespoons soy sauce 2 teaspoons peeled and greated fresh ginger root 1 small garlic clove, crushed 4 scallions, trimmed and cut Optional toppings: grated carrot, scallion (sliced into rounds), cucumber (peeled, seeded, and thinly sliced), toasted sesame seeds, and chopped peanuts
1.Cook the noodles according to the package directions, then drain and rinse with cold water. 2.In a large bowl, blend together the peanut butter, vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic. 3. Add the noodles or pasta, toss well, then garnish with the toppings. Serve at room temperature.