This easy and delicious Peanut Noodles recipe comes together in 15 minutes, using pantry ingredients, and is so full of flavor you'll be licking the bowl clean. You can make the noodles spicy or mild.
Cook noodles according to directions. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
Combine sauce ingredients in a mixing bowl. Add hot pasta and toss to coat. Add a little reserved pasta water, to thin the sauce, if needed.
Serve garnished with peanuts, chopped green onion, and fresh herbs.
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Yield: Makes about 4 cups.Udon: I like to use the refrigerated fresh udon noodles that you just heat and serve. They often come in smaller packages (for example, I buy two 7.5 oz packages, to make this recipe and serve 4). Discard seasoning package.Chili Oil: Could substitute 2 Tablespoons of another hot sauce, like Sambal Oelek or chili paste. Honey: Could substitute agave or granulated sugar.Variations:
Add Protein: Cooked shrimp, chicken, tofu, tempeh, edamame, or top with a fried egg (my favorite!)
Add Veggies: Spiralized or shredded grated carrot and zucchini would add beautiful color and crunch.
Noodles: Use anything you have: ramen, bucatini, spaghetti, etc.
Nut Free: Substitute tahini for the peanut butter.
Peanut Butter: Try almond butter, or use tahini for a nut-free option.