Soba Noodles with Sautéed Shrimp and Creamy Tahini Wasabi Dressing       

DRESSING INGREDIENTS:

•  3 tablespoons wasabi powder
•  2 tablespoons warm water (to make wasabi paste)
• 1/3 cup tahini
•  2 tablespoons honey
•  2 tablespoons sesame seed oil
•  3 tablespoons soy or tamari sauce
• 1 clove fresh garlic (crushed)
•  2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

REMAINING NOODLE ASSEMBLY INGREDIENTS:

•  8-ounce, weight dry soba noodles (or favorite noodles or pasta)
•  1/2 Lb. medium shrimp sautéed in ghee or olive oil w/garlic salt/pepper
•  1/3 cup chopped green onions
•  1 red chili pepper, sliced thin
•  1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
•  1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted (black or white)
•   Optional - shredded cabbage, carrots, Italian parsley

INSTRUCTIONS

1. For dressing/marinade, whisk together wasabi powder, warm water, tahini, honey, sesame oil, lime juice, and soy or tamari sauce until well combined. (Note: Makes about 10 ounces. Only half will be used for per 8-ounce package of noodles.)
2. Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain noodles. While still warm, gently toss with 4 ounces of dressing/marinade. Gently! Cover and refrigerate until cooled.
3. Once cool, add shrimp, green onions, basil, chili pepper, and toasted sesame seeds.
4. Gently toss to incorporate.