Spicy Peanut Noodles Recipe
Hungry and pressed for time? These spicy peanut butter noodles are your perfect solution. Vegan, gluten-free, and bursting with bold peanut flavors, this dish is ready in just 20 minutes and easy to prepare.
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Servings: 4
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup creamy peanut butter unsalted or low-sodium preferred
- 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 16 ounces brown rice noodles
- 4 tablespoons low-sodium tamari or soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for less spice
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1-2 tablespoons sriracha
- 3 large garlic cloves or 4-5 small, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 1-2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce optional
- 1 tablespoon oil olive oil or any neutral oil
- ⅓ to 1 cup hot water adjust for sauce consistency
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the brown rice noodles according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat a tablespoon of oil in a sauté pan over low heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 2 minutes until golden and fragrant. Stir in the grated ginger and sauté for an additional minute.
- Remove the pan from the heat and incorporate the peanut butter, tamari or soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sriracha, and maple syrup. Begin with ⅓ cup of hot water, whisking thoroughly until smooth. Adjust with more water to achieve your preferred sauce consistency.
- Taste the sauce and modify seasoning by adding additional soy sauce, sriracha, or other spices as desired.
- Toss half of the prepared sauce with the cooked noodles. Adjust by adding more sauce based on your preference. Reserve any extra sauce for additional toppings like chicken, tofu, or vegetables.
- Serve the noodles warm or chilled, garnished with crushed peanuts, scallions, red pepper flakes, or any toppings of your choice.
Notes
- Use unsalted peanut butter and low-sodium soy sauce to prevent the dish from becoming overly salty.
- These noodles can be served hot or cold. Add chopped fresh vegetables for a refreshing cold noodle salad or pair with steamed broccoli and grilled protein for a hearty meal.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days. To reheat, add a splash of water, broth, or soy sauce to the noodles and warm them on the stove to restore their saucy texture.