Thai Peanut Noodles Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (2024)

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Thai Peanut Noodles Recipe - nutty, slightly spicy sauce tossed with noodles that cooks in just 10 minutes. The easiest and fastest takeout dinner you can make in your own kitchen!

This is a perfect meal prep dish for lunches and dinner throughout the week, just like my Quick Teriyaki Chicken and the oh-so-delicious Honey Lemon Chicken.

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THAI PEANUT NOODLES

Who knew peanut butter can truly transform a bowl of noodles into one flavor-packed dish! Whisk it with soy sauce, sesame oil, chili paste and brown sugar and cooked noodles for a simple yet filling meal ready in 10 minutes. These Thai Sesame Noodles are the fastest dinner you can make on a busy day. You can even make the sauce ahead of time and store in the fridge.

HOW TO MAKE THAI PEANUT NOODLES?

To make Thai Peanut Noodles, you only need two ingredients: noodles and peanut sauce.

  • Cook noodles according to the directions on the package.
  • Whisk all ingredients for the peanut sauce and combine with noodles.
  • You can add thinly sliced carrots, edamame beans or split peas, thinly sliced peppers and even cubed chicken to make the dish even more filling. You can go for a simple meal and garnish the noodles with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

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HOW TO MAKE ASIAN PEANUT SAUCE?

To make the Asian peanut sauce, you will need soy sauce (I always use low-sodium), brown sugar, vinegar (rice or apple cider vinegar), chili paste (for a little kick) or Sriracha, sesame oil (to enhance the nutty flavor) and of course, peanut butter. Combine all ingredients in a measuring cup (like Pyrex) and whisk until smooth. You can store the sauce in the fridge to use later (just remember to shake well before using) or pour over hot noodles and toss. I like to heat up the sauce in a pan to make sure the peanut butter is nicely melted.

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WHAT NOODLES TO USE IN ASIAN NOODLE DISH?

If you look at the Asian section of your grocery store, you will find several kinds of noodles. You can use any you like in this dish! If you don't want to buy special noodles or don't have time for a trip to the store, use spaghetti or fettuccine noodles. Ramen noodles from a soup packet work great too! Simply cook and toss with the sauce.

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CRAVING MORE? Check out these easy Asian dinners:

Chicken Yakisoba

Easy Chicken Stir Fry

Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry

Chicken Fried Rice

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Thai Peanut Noodles Recipe

Author: Anna

Nutty, slightly spicy sauce tossed with noodles, cooks in just 10 minutes. The easiest and fastest takeout dinner you can make in your own kitchen!

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Prep Time 2 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 12 minutes mins

Course Main Dish

Cuisine Asian

Servings 4 people

Calories 338 kcal

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup smooth peanut butter
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar or honey
  • ½ teaspoon chili paste like sambal oelek
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 8 oz. noodles fettuccine, lo mein or other

Instructions

  • Cook noodles according to instructions on the package. Drain and keep warm.

  • Whisk all ingredients for sauce in a small bowl or measuring cup. Make sure the sauce is smooth and the peanut butter mixed well with all ingredients. Taste and add more chili paste if needed.

  • Heat up the sauce in a pan or in a microwave and pour over noodles. Toss to coat.

  • Garnish noodles with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve.

Notes

You can add thinly sliced carrots, edamame beans or split peas, thinly sliced peppers and even cubed chicken to make the dish even more filling. You can go for a simple meal and garnish the noodles with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

If you look at the Asian section of your grocery store, you will find several kinds of noodles. You can use any you like in this dish! If you don't want to buy special noodles or don't have time for a trip to the store, use spaghetti or fettuccine noodles. Ramen noodles from a soup packet work great too! Simply cook and toss with the sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 338kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 624mg | Potassium: 263mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1.4mg

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  1. SHERI THOMASSON says

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    Yum! These are so good! I didn't have chili paste so I used Sriracha. Added sesame seeds, chopped green onion and chopped peanuts. I'll be making these on a regular basis.

    Reply

  2. Lucy says

    Thai Peanut Noodles Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (12)
    Sooooo good!!! Was watching big bang theory and wanted some type if asian noodles. These hit the spot! I did add the 1 tsp of chili paste. This was just right

    Reply

  3. y simpson says

    Thai Peanut Noodles Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (13)
    This recipe is perfect! Is the 338 calories for the whole amount or per serving? Also, how many cups or tablespoons is each serving?

    Reply

  4. Jodi says

    Thai Peanut Noodles Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (14)
    Delicious and easy .Thanks for your recipe. I added chopped peanuts for garnish too

    Reply

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What goes with Thai peanut sauce? ›

Carrots, broccoli, cucumbers, red peppers, and snow peas are just some of the vegetables that taste great when paired with Thai Peanut Sauce.

What are peanut noodles made of? ›

It's creamy, bright, savory, and sweet, made with simple ingredients like peanut butter, tamari or soy sauce, sesame oil, fresh ginger, rice vinegar, and lime juice. For these noodles, I add an extra tablespoon of tamari to boost the savory flavor. Here's what else you'll need to make this recipe: Noodles, of course!

Can you use regular spaghetti noodles for lo mein? ›

15 Minute Lo Mein! Made with just soy sauce, sesame oil, a pinch of sugar, ramen noodles or spaghetti noodles, and any veggies or protein you like. SO YUMMY!

Can you freeze peanut noodles? ›

Peanut noodles will keep for 3-4 days in the refrigerator. They don't freeze well.

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What is Thai peanut sauce made of? ›

Thai Peanut Sauce is made up of peanut butter, soy sauce, ginger, a sweetener (I used maple syrup), rice wine vinegar, sesame seeds, a spice and water. In some more traditional versions, coconut milk is used instead of water, but I find this combination to be perfect.

What country are peanut noodles from? ›

Peanut butter noodles might sound like an Americanised version of a Chinese dish, and you can find this item on menus all around New York's Chinatown, but its origins don't lie there. The dish, made from a ground peanut sauce, hails from Shaxian, in the south-eastern coastal province of Fujian.

What are Chinese peanut noodles called? ›

Ban Mian noodles (拌面 ) are a must-try when you're in Fuzhou. They're a simple dish, but what makes it unique is the sauce, which is made with peanut butter—an unusual ingredient in China.

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These crispy noodles are made with thin rice noodles (also called rice vermicelli), which makes them gluten free. The key to crispy noodles is having the oil hot enough so they expand immediately—so make sure to test with a noodle or two first.

What is inside hoisin sauce? ›

Though regional variations exist, most modern hoisin sauce recipes contain some combination of the following ingredients: fermented soybeans, five-spice powder, garlic, red chili peppers, and sugar. "Hoisin" comes from the Cantonese word for seafood, though it's not commonly associated with seafood dishes.

What is hoisin sauce used for? ›

Hoisin sauce is a thick, fragrant sauce commonly used in Cantonese cuisine as a glaze for meat, an addition to stir fry, or as dipping sauce. It is dark-coloured, sweet and salty. Although regional variants exist, hoisin sauce usually includes soybeans, fennel, red chili peppers, and garlic.

What is inside oyster sauce? ›

Traditionally, oysters are slowly simmered in water until the liquid caramelizes into a viscous, dark black-brown sauce. But to speed up the process, some commercialized versions are instead made with oyster extracts, plus salt, sugar, corn starch and caramel coloring.

How do you reheat peanut noodles? ›

To reheat, return the noodles to a shallow pan on the stovetop or microwave until warmed through. Once cooled, the peanut sauce will thicken so if needed, add an additional splash of water to help thin the peanut sauce back out again.

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If serving as a dip, sprinkle with crushed peanuts. The sauce also goes well with cooked vegetables, noodles, buddha bowls, fresh spring rolls, tofu and salads. Store in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. It can also be frozen in a freezer safe container.

Can you freeze crispy noodles? ›

You'll have the most success storing leftover pasta if you keep the sauce and noodles separate. Keep that in mind before you mix sauce and pasta, especially if you're keeping your leftovers in the freezer (because, yes, you can freeze cooked pasta if you don't think you'll be eating it for several days or weeks).

What goes with peanut butter spread? ›

Ideas to Try:
  • Add into a bowl of oatmeal.
  • Dip apple slices in peanut butter.
  • Add banana slices to a toasted PB&J.
  • Spread on a rice cake or cracker.
  • Add to a smoothie.
  • Dip celery or carrots in peanut butter.
  • Mix with yogurt.
  • Top a stir fry with peanut butter sauce (see Peanut Noodles with Tofu recipe below).

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