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Weeknight • Vegetarian

Speedy Saucy Peanut Noodles

Whip up these incredibly satisfying peanut noodles in a flash for a delicious weeknight meal that's packed with flavor.

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Servings
4
Level
Weeknight
Speedy Saucy Peanut Noodles

Craving takeout but don't want to leave the house? These Speedy Saucy Peanut Noodles are your answer! They come together in no time, using pantry staples, and deliver that irresistible sweet and savory, slightly spicy, creamy goodness we all love. It's truly a dish you'll want on repeat.

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp sriracha (or to taste)
  • 1/4 cup warm water (or pasta water)
  • Green onions, chopped, for garnish
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.

  2. Step 2

    While pasta cooks, heat sesame oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat.

  3. Step 3

    In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey/maple syrup, sriracha, and the cooked garlic and ginger from the saucepan. Slowly whisk in the warm water (or reserved pasta water) until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Add more water if needed to reach desired consistency.

  4. Step 4

    Add the drained pasta to the bowl with the peanut sauce. Toss until completely coated. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash more reserved pasta water.

  5. Step 5

    Serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Tips

  • Add cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu for a protein boost.
  • Toss in some steamed broccoli or shredded carrots for extra veggies.
  • Adjust the amount of sriracha to your preferred spice level.

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