Fish · FIRST EDITION

Sesame salmon & cucumber noodles

Golden salmon over noodles with crisp cucumber and a fragrant sesame dressing.

25 minutes · Serves 2

A richer finish, a few extra ingredients or a more generous spread.

Serving inspiration · stock photograph

If a noodle bowl is familiar, a little toasted sesame oil adds aroma without making a complicated sauce.

Here’s how.

1
Cook the salmon
Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Cook salmon for 4–6 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until the centre reaches 63°C / 145°F.
2
Prepare the noodles
Meanwhile cook noodles following the packet. Drain well.
3
Dress the bowl
Mix sesame oil, soy sauce and vinegar. Toss with the noodles, cucumber and spring onions.
4
Serve gently
Divide noodles between bowls. Place salmon on top, or flake it into large pieces, checking carefully for bones.

Use toasted sesame oil in the dressing, not as the frying oil; a small amount brings a lot of flavour.

First edition recipe draft — not yet kitchen-tested. Cooking times are estimates.