Description

These Easy Spicy Thai Peanut Noodles are a flavorful and satisfying dish that can be whipped up in no time. The creamy peanut sauce with a kick of spice coats the noodles perfectly, making it a favorite for quick weeknight dinners or meal prepping.

Ingredients

Noodles:

8 ounces spaghetti or rice noodles

Sauce:

2 tablespoons sesame oil or neutral oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1 tablespoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce (adjust to taste)
1/4 cup warm water
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (optional)

Garnish:

2 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup chopped peanuts
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Fresh cilantro and lime wedges

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Instructions

Cook Noodles: Prepare noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
Make Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, water, and ginger until smooth.
Cook Noodles: Heat sesame oil in a skillet, sauté garlic, then add noodles and sauce. Toss until coated and heated through.
Finish: Remove from heat, top with green onions, peanuts, sesame seeds, and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Add shredded carrots, bell peppers, or edamame for extra veggies.
For protein, stir in cooked chicken, tofu, or shrimp.
This dish can be served warm or cold as a noodle salad.