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Peanut Noodles

Savory Peanut Noodles: Your Quick Comfort Food Fix

This Peanut Noodles recipe is a quick and delicious dish that's perfect for satisfying hunger and bringing joy to the table.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Appetizers
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • colander
  • Whisk
  • tongs

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles

  • 200 grams noodles Chinese knife-cut noodles preferred; can substitute with spaghetti, udon, rice noodles, or ramen.

For the Sauce

  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter Opt for natural peanut butter for a healthier option.
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Feel free to use low-sodium soy sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon chili oil Add extra for more spice!
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar Chinese black vinegar works great, too.
  • 1-2 tablespoons hot noodle cooking water Use to adjust sauce consistency.

For Toppings

  • Chopped cilantro Swap it with basil for a different touch.
  • Green onions Scallions are a lovely substitute.

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Peanut Noodles

  • Begin by bringing a large pot of water to a rolling boil over high heat. Once boiling, add your chosen noodles and cook according to package instructions, usually around 4–5 minutes.
  • While the noodles are cooking, combine ½ cup of creamy peanut butter, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of chili oil, and 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  • Once your noodles are cooked, carefully drain them in a colander. Don’t rinse the noodles; return them to the pot or a large bowl.
  • Pour the prepared peanut sauce over the hot noodles and quickly toss them together using tongs or a fork.
  • Drizzle additional chili oil over the top and garnish with chopped cilantro or green onions.

Notes

These Peanut Noodles are versatile; feel free to add extra toppings like roasted peanuts or sesame seeds to enhance the meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Comfort Food, easy recipe, Healthy, Peanut Noodles, Quick Meal, street food
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