2 oz. soba or rice noodles
4 scallions, minced
4 baby cucumbers (or 1 lg.)

SAUCE:

3 tbsp. peanut butter or miso
3 tbsp. tahini
1/4 c. fresh lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tbsp. honey
1 sm. dried hot pepper, minced (or 1/2 tsp. cayenne)
1 tbsp. cumin seeds
1/2 c. toasted sesame seeds

Prepare the noodles according to package directions. Drain well, place in a bowl. Peel and slice the cucumber in pieces no larger than 1/2 inch cubed. Add along with the scallions to the pasta, toss well. Make the sauce by placing the remaining ingredients, except the sesame seeds, in a blender and pureeing until all ingredients are thoroughly mixed (coarse or smooth, to taste). Pour the sauce over the noodles, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and toss well. May be served immediately or chilled up to 24 hours. Serves: 4.