P-Nutty Noodles

Ingredients

• 1 Pkg. Soba noodles
• 2 TBsp. dark sesame oil
• Vegies:
• 6 scallions sliced thinly on diagonal
• 12 pea pods sliced diagonally in thin strips
• 1 carrot shredded
• 1/4 c. chopped peanuts
• 1/4 c. cabbage shredded
• Dressing:
• 1/2 inch-grated fresh ginger,
• 2 cloves garlic, minced fine
• 1 tsp. hot chile paste
• 1/4 c. smooth peanut butter
• 1/4 c. tamari
• 3 TBsp. sugar
• 3 TBsp.Chinese vinegar
• 3 TBsp. toasted sesame oil
• 5 TBsp.Chicken Broth or water
• In a food processor or with hand blender fitted with the metal blade, add the ingredients in the order listed and process until smooth. The dressing should be the consistency of heavy cream. If it is too thick, add more water or chicken broth; if too thin, add more peanut butter. Refrigerated, in a covered container, the dressing will keep for 2 to 3 weeks.