Description
A quick and flavorful recipe for Easy Spicy Thai Peanut Noodles, combining creamy peanut sauce with a hint of heat and tang, perfect for a satisfying meal ready in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Noodles
- 8 oz rice noodles
Peanut Sauce
- 1/4 cup peanut butter (smooth or chunky)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sriracha (or more for extra heat)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 cup warm water
Garnishes
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Crushed peanuts
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Noodles: Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions until tender but firm. Drain them well and set aside to cool slightly.
- Prepare Peanut Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, sriracha, sesame oil, minced garlic, and warm water until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency.
- Toss Noodles with Sauce: Add the cooked noodles to the peanut sauce and toss thoroughly until the noodles are completely coated with the creamy sauce.
- Add Garnishes: Sprinkle the chopped green onions, crushed peanuts, and fresh cilantro (if using) over the noodles to add texture and fresh flavor.
- Serve: Serve the spicy Thai peanut noodles immediately to enjoy the full burst of flavors and creamy texture.
Notes
- For extra heat, add more sriracha according to your spice preference.
- You can substitute rice noodles with gluten-free noodles if needed.
- To make it vegan, replace honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Warm water helps to thin the peanut sauce for easier coating of noodles.
- Storing leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge is best consumed within 1-2 days.
