Spicy Peanut Butter Noodles
Creamy, savory, and kissed with just the right amount of heat, these spicy peanut butter noodles are comforting, quick, and loaded with umami. Asian-inspired, endlessly adaptable, and ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces spaghetti or rice noodles
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 3 teaspoons brown sugar
- ⅔ cup warm water
- Chopped roasted peanuts for topping
- Sliced scallions for topping
- Fresh cilantro for topping
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add sesame oil. Sauté the garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add red pepper flakes and chili garlic sauce, stirring to combine.
- Stir in the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and brown sugar. Slowly whisk in warm water until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. Let it simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Add the cooked noodles to the sauce and toss until well coated. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash more water.
- Divide noodles among bowls and top with chopped peanuts, sliced scallions, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 495kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 15gFat: 23gSodium: 865mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8g
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