Spicy Thai Noodles {with Peanut Sauce}
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
5
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Thai
Spicy Thai Noodles {with Peanut Sauce}
Description
Spicy Thai Noodles with Peanut Sauce pairs cooked spaghetti with a sauce made from creamy peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and sriracha. The mixture coats the pasta thoroughly, creating a smooth and flavorful base. Adding red bell pepper, cucumber, carrot sticks, green onions, cilantro, and chopped roasted peanuts introduces a variety of textures—from crisp and crunchy to soft—and fresh herbal notes. The balance of spicy, sweet, tangy, and savory elements makes this dish flavorful without relying on meat or heavy sauces.
The cooking method involves preparing the noodles, whisking the sauce ingredients smoothly, and tossing together everything just before serving to maintain the vibrant crunch of the vegetables and the freshness of herbs. Optionally, garnish with sesame seeds for added texture.
This noodle dish can be served on its own as a light meal or can be complemented with protein additions such as chicken or tofu if desired. The peanut sauce makes it a convenient choice for a make-ahead lunch or dinner, keeping well when refrigerated.
To enhance the flavor, fresh ginger and garlic are minced finely in the sauce, ensuring their aroma permeates the noodles. Adjust the sriracha quantity to taste to control heat levels.
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti dry
- 1 red bell pepper sliced into thin strips then cut into 2-inch pieces, large
- 1 cucumber peeled, seeded and sliced into thin strips then cut into-2-inch pieces, large
- 1 cup carrot matchstick cut
- 3/4 cup green onion chopped
- 1/2 cup cilantro chopped
- 1/2 cup peanut roughly chopped, lightly salted, roasted
- sesame seeds for garnish (optional
Peanut Sauce
- 1/2 cup peanut butter creamy
- 1/4 cup water warm
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp honey
- 2 Tbsp sriracha (more or less to taste)
- 2 Tbsp lime juice fresh
- 1 1/2 Tbsp fresh ginger peeled and minced
- 1 Tbsp garlic minced
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to directions listed on package. Meanwhile prepare peanut sauce by combining all sauce ingredients in a mixing bowl, whisking until well blended and smooth.
- Drain pasta and pour into a large serving bowl. Toss with sauce then add bell pepper, cucumber, green onions, cilantro and peanuts and toss lightly. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve.
Notes
- For added protein, consider topping with cooked chicken or tofu.
- Use fresh ginger and garlic to maximize flavor in the peanut sauce.
- Serve shortly after combining to keep vegetables crisp.
- Sesame seeds make an optional garnish to add extra texture.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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