Creamy Peanut Noodles Recipe with Fresh Herbs in 20 Mins
Tender noodles coated in a creamy, savory peanut sauce, topped with fresh herbs and crunchy peanuts. A quick and easy dish perfect for weeknights or any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rice noodles, spaghetti, or your favorite noodle variety
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
- Fresh herbs (cilantro, mint, basil, or a mix)
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
- Sesame oil
Instructions
- Cook the noodles: Boil your noodles according to package instructions. For rice noodles, soak them in hot water for about 5-7 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Make the sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sriracha (if using). Add 2-3 tablespoons of water to thin the sauce to your preferred consistency.
- Toss the noodles: Combine the cooked noodles with the peanut sauce, ensuring each strand is coated evenly. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of water or sesame oil to loosen it.
- Prepare the toppings: Chop a generous handful of fresh herbs (cilantro, mint, basil) and roughly chop peanuts.
- Assemble and serve: Plate the noodles, sprinkle with fresh herbs and peanuts, and drizzle with a touch of sesame oil. Add lime wedges on the side for extra zing.
Notes
[‘Taste the sauce before tossing it with the noodles and adjust sweetness, tanginess, or heat to suit your preferences.’, ‘Rinse noodles in cold water after cooking to prevent stickiness.’, ‘Toast peanuts lightly in a dry pan for extra flavor.’, ‘Make the peanut sauce ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 14
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