Description
Thai Peanut Noodles are a delightful dish that combines rich flavors and textures, featuring a creamy peanut sauce, fresh vegetables, and your choice of noodles.
Ingredients
- Peanut Butter: 1/2 cup
- Soy Sauce: 1/4 cup
- Honey or Maple Syrup: 2 tablespoons
- Rice Vinegar: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Ginger: 1 tablespoon, minced
- Chili Paste or Sriracha: to taste
- Rice Noodles or Whole Wheat Noodles: 8 ounces
- Bell Peppers: 1 cup, sliced
- Carrots: 1 cup, shredded
- Green Onions: 1/2 cup, chopped
- Cucumber: 1 cup, thinly sliced
- Snap Peas: 1 cup
- Chopped Peanuts: for garnish
- Sesame Seeds: for garnish
- Fresh Cilantro: for garnish
- Lime Wedges: for serving
Instructions
- Cook the noodles according to package instructions, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and chili paste or Sriracha. Mix until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained noodles and peanut sauce, tossing gently to coat.
- Add the fresh vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, green onions, cucumber, and snap peas) and mix until evenly distributed.
- Transfer to serving plates and garnish with chopped peanuts, sesame seeds, and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Adjust spice levels by adding more or less chili paste or Sriracha.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free soy sauce and noodles.
- Feel free to customize with additional protein like chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Thai Peanut Noodles, Peanut Sauce, Vegetarian Recipe, Easy Dinner