Simple Sesame Noodles

Let’s talk about chopsticks. I have no idea when I actually learned how to use chopsticks, I just remember always using them. Some people start with the “beginner” or “kid” chopsticks. You know, the ones that are rubber banded together at the end so it’s essentially one piece. It helps small hands hold chopsticks and focus on the picking up part rather than the holding both sticks in one hand part.

My DH also knows how to use chopsticks. When I asked him when he learned, he told me, “Middle School?” No one really remembers. It’s just something that everyone eventually learns. I don’t know anyone that doesn’t know how to use chopsticks.

Some chopsticks are definitely better than others. I don’t understand why metal chopsticks even exist (like the ones you find at Korean soup restaurants). Noodles get so slippery on it that you can barely grasp anything!

Wooden chopsticks are the winner for me. The chopsticks in the photos above are from Daiso. It’s like the Japanese version of the 99 cent store. They work just fine for these simple sesame noodles from The Pioneer Woman. I LOVED this recipe. It’s so easy to make and has a great, sesame oil taste. Not only that, but they’d be a great accompanying dish to any meat. I also adjusted the chili oil because I like my dishes spicy. Add more or less, depending on your taste.