Thai Peanut Noodles Recipe
A quick and flavorful Thai Peanut Noodles recipe featuring tender noodles tossed in a creamy peanut sauce with fresh, crunchy vegetables, perfect for a satisfying vegetarian meal or side dish.
- Author: Ria
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: Vegetarian
Noodles
- 8 oz rice noodles or spaghetti
Peanut Sauce
- 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 2–3 tablespoons warm water (to thin sauce)
Vegetables
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts (optional, for garnish)
- Cook the noodles: Boil the noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking and set aside.
- Prepare the peanut sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger until smooth. Add warm water slowly to reach your desired sauce consistency.
- Toss noodles with sauce and veggies: Combine the cooked noodles with the peanut sauce and toss well to coat evenly. Add shredded carrots, sliced bell pepper, and green onions, mixing thoroughly to incorporate the veggies.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped cilantro and peanuts if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate for a chilled noodle salad.
Notes
- Use gluten-free tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free option.
- Add protein like grilled chicken, tofu, or shrimp for a more filling meal.
- Adjust sauce thickness by varying water amount to preference.
- Peanuts can be substituted with cashews or almonds.
- For extra spice, add crushed red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha.
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