Spicy Peanut Noodles
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Spicy Peanut Noodles

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This Spicy Peanut Noodles recipe is the perfect answer to the 'what's for dinner?' question. The sauce is the star of the show: a rich, savory, and slightly sweet blend of peanut butter, soy sauce, and a touch of sriracha for a gentle kick. It's incredibly versatile and comes together in minutes.

Tossed with tender noodles and crisp, fresh vegetables, this dish is a true crowd-pleaser. It's easy to customize the spice level to suit your family's taste, and you can add your favourite protein to make it even more substantial. It's a satisfying meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight.

Method

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  1. Cook the noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to prevent sticking.
  2. While the noodles are cooking, prepare the sauce. In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sriracha, and minced garlic.
  3. Gradually whisk in the hot water, a tablespoon at a time, until the sauce reaches a smooth, pourable consistency.
  4. In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked noodles, julienned carrot, and cucumber.
  5. Pour the peanut sauce over the noodles and vegetables. Toss everything together until well-coated.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with sliced green onions and chopped peanuts.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp Honey or Maple Syrup
  • 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar
  • 1/2 Cucumber julienned
  • 1/4 cup Roasted Peanuts chopped, for garnish
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1-2 tsp Sriracha or to taste
  • 1/2 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
  • 1 large Carrot julienned or grated
  • 3 Green Onions thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Toasted Sesame Oil
  • 1/4 cup Hot Water to thin the sauce
  • 12 oz Noodles (e.g., Spaghetti or Udon)

Notes

Adjust the spice level by adding more or less sriracha. For a non-spicy version for kids, omit it entirely and serve it on the side for adults.
For extra protein, add shredded cooked chicken, grilled shrimp, or pan-fried tofu.
Feel free to use any long noodle you have on hand, such as spaghetti, linguine, soba, or ramen noodles.

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