Asian Noodles with Peanut Sauce
Ingredients
Directions / Instructions
Why You'll Love These Asian Noodles with Peanut Sauce
This easy peanut noodle recipe is loaded with creamy, nutty, savory, and slightly tangy flavors that come together in minutes. The silky peanut sauce coats every strand of noodles, while fresh vegetables add crunch and color for a satisfying meal.
Perfect served warm or chilled, these noodles are ideal for meal prep, quick weeknight dinners, lunch boxes, potlucks, or as a flavorful side dish alongside grilled chicken, shrimp, tofu, or steak.
Ingredients
For the Noodles
- 12 ounces spaghetti, rice noodles, or lo mein noodles
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
- 3 green onions, sliced
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons chopped roasted peanuts
For the Peanut Sauce
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce (optional)
- ¼ to ⅓ cup warm water
Instructions
1. Cook the Noodles
Cook the noodles according to the package directions until just tender. Drain and rinse briefly under cool water if serving cold. Toss with a small amount of sesame oil to prevent sticking.
2. Make the Peanut Sauce
Whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey, garlic, ginger, and sriracha. Gradually whisk in warm water until the sauce reaches a smooth, pourable consistency.
3. Combine Everything
Add the cooked noodles, bell pepper, carrots, cabbage, and green onions to a large bowl. Pour the peanut sauce over the noodles and toss thoroughly until evenly coated.
4. Garnish
Top with chopped cilantro, roasted peanuts, additional green onions, sesame seeds, and a squeeze of fresh lime if desired.
5. Serve
Enjoy immediately while warm or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for a refreshing cold noodle salad.
Expert Tips
Use natural creamy peanut butter for the richest flavor. Adjust the sauce consistency by adding more warm water as needed, since peanut butter brands vary. Taste the sauce before tossing and balance it with extra lime juice, soy sauce, or honey to suit your preference.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. If the noodles absorb some sauce during storage, simply stir in a splash of warm water before serving.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with grilled chicken, shrimp, tofu, beef skewers, spring rolls, dumplings, edamame, cucumber salad, or steamed broccoli for a complete meal.
Recipe Variations
Add grilled chicken, shrimp, tofu, or steak for extra protein. Mix in snap peas, cucumbers, bean sprouts, or baby spinach. Substitute almond butter or cashew butter for peanut butter, or use zucchini noodles for a lighter low-carb version.
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