5-Minute Peanut Noodles That Will Brighten Your Day

This 5-Minute Peanut Noodles recipe transforms simple pantry staples into a comforting dish that's perfect for quick meals.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Servings: 2 bowls

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Noodles

200 grams Noodles Any type works, such as spaghetti, udon, rice noodles, or ramen.

For the Sauce

4 tablespoons Peanut Butter Creamy and rich; can substitute with almond or cashew butter.
3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Dark soy sauce enhances color and flavor.
1 tablespoon Chili Oil Adjust based on spice preference.
1 tablespoon Vinegar Chinese black vinegar is preferred.

For Final Touches

1-2 cups Hot Noodle Cooking Water Reserved to adjust sauce consistency.

Equipment

Pot
mixing bowl
Colander

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for 5-Minute Peanut Noodles

In a medium pot, bring a generous amount of water to a boil. Add noodles and cook according to package instructions for 4-5 minutes.
Drain the noodles in a colander, reserving about 1-2 cups of hot cooking water.
In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, vinegar, and chili oil. Whisk until smooth.
Transfer warm noodles to a pot or mixing bowl. Pour peanut sauce over noodles and toss gently.
Add reserved hot noodle cooking water gradually to achieve desired creaminess.
Serve noodles in bowls, optionally drizzle with extra chili oil, and garnish with cilantro or green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Avoid rinsing the noodles after cooking to retain starch for sauce cling. Adjust sauce consistency as desired, and customize with toppings like fried eggs or veggies.

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