Taiwanese Cold Noodles with Sesame Dressing (Liang Mian)

Step 1

Put all the dressing ingredients into a salad shaker or mason jar and shake until the dressing is smooth. If using tahini, start with 2 tbsp of water as it's runnier than Chinese sesame paste.

Step 2

To make a soft boiled egg, steam egg for seven minutes and soak it in cold water before peeling.

Step 3

Julienne or grate cucumber and carrot and set it aside.

Step 4

Chop the ham into thin strips and set it aside.

Step 5

Cook noodles according to the package, do not over cook!

Step 6

When the noodles are done cooking, soak or rinse it with cold water to cool down. Remember to drain it-- don't let the noodle sit in water.

Step 7

Try the dressing to see if the flavor needs to be adjusted base on your taste.

Step 8

Top the noodles with toppings, mix with sesame dressing and enjoy!