Description
Spicy Peanut Noodles are a vibrant and delicious dish that combines the creamy richness of peanut butter with aromatic spices for a unique flavor experience. This quick-to-prepare recipe is perfect for weekday dinners or entertaining guests, allowing you to customize with your favorite proteins and vegetables. Each mouthful promises a delightful balance of heat, nuttiness, and freshness that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz rice noodles
- 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 1 cup julienned carrots
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot. Cook rice noodles according to package instructions (about 5 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, ginger, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss warm noodles with the peanut sauce until well-coated.
- Add scallions and carrots; mix gently.
- Serve in bowls with extra peanut sauce and crushed peanuts if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Tossing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 482
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 623mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg