Spicy Peanut Butter Noodles
Spicy Peanut Butter Noodles are a deliciously quick dish that elevates your weeknight dinners. With the perfect balance of creamy peanut butter, zesty lime, and a kick of sriracha, this recipe is sure to impress. Ready in just 30 minutes, it offers endless customization options for added veggies or proteins, making it both satisfying and versatile. Enjoy this crowd-pleaser that brings together comforting flavors in every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or rice noodles
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 green onions, sliced (for topping)
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (for topping)
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot, add noodles, and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, sriracha sauce, and lime juice until smooth.
- Toss cooked noodles in the sauce until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle sliced green onions and chopped cilantro over the noodles and toss gently.
- Plate the noodles and garnish with additional sriracha if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (244g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, incorporate vegetables such as bell peppers or snap peas. - To enhance flavors further, consider adding protein like grilled chicken or tofu. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat with a splash of water to maintain creaminess.