Best Sichuan Pesto Noodles — How to Make Sichuan Pesto Noodles

Ingredients

• 1/2 c. unsalted roasted almonds
• 1 tbsp. Sichuan peppercorns, ground in a mortar and pestle or spice grinder
• 4 c. fresh basil
• 4 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
• 1/2 tsp. white or black pepper
• 4 tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tbsp. sesame oil
• 2/3 c. vegetable oil
• Kosher salt
• 1 lb. Chinese egg noodles, fresh or dried
• Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish