Easy and delicious Peanut Noodles recipe made with udon noodles tossed in a simple homemade peanut sauce. You can make them spicy or milk, and the best part is they’re made with pantry ingredients and on the table in less than 15 minutes!
Want more 30-Minute Meals? Try Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Spring Roll Bowls, or Chicken Caprese!
Why I love this recipe:
- Quick – Nothing beats a 10-minute meal! You can’t even get take-out that fast!
- Pantry Ingredients – You probably already have everything you need, making it a great budget-friendly meal too!
- Customizable – This is a favorite meal among picky kids, and everyone! You can add your favorite protein and veggies.
How to make Peanut Noodles:
Prepare Pasta: Cook noodles according to directions. Drain, reserving ½ cup of the pasta water.
Make Sauce: Combine peanut 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: Garnish with peanuts, chopped green onion, and fresh herbs.
Recipe Variations:
- Add Protein: Cooked shrimp, chicken, tofu, tempeh, edamame, or top with a fried egg (my favorite!)
- Add Veggies: Spiralized, or thinly grated carrot, and cucumber would add beautiful color and crunch.
- Noodles: Use anything you have: ramen, spaghetti, etc.
- Nut Free: Substitute tahini for the peanut butter.
- Peanut Butter: Try almond butter, or use tahini for a nut-free option.
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Recipe
Peanut Noodles
Ingredients
Peanut Sauce:
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter*
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce , or tamari
- 3 Tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 1/2 Tablespoons honey*
- 2 1/2 Tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 3 cloves garlic , minced
- 2 Tablespoons chili oil * for mild, or add more for extra heat
Garnishes:
- 2 green onions , chopped
- 2 Tablespoons dry roasted peanuts , chopped
- Sesame seeds , roasted
- 2-3 Tablespoons fresh cilantro , chopped
- 2-3 Tablespoons fresh basil leaves , chopped
- 2-3 Tablespoons fresh mint leaves , chopped
Instructions
- Cook noodles according to directions. Drain, reserving ½ 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.
Notes
- 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.
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Hands down one of the best meals I have ever ate. I added chicken but left the recipe alone. My family is begging for more. Thanks for sharing.
An oldie but goodie – one of my favorite meals! I add chicken, and top with peanuts and wonton strips. Thank you!
Love this, such a great recipe!
My spouse made the sauce this afternoon. I cooked up some thin whole-wheat spaghetti. No shopping needed today.
I took Lauren’s advice and topped each portion with a fried egg. Atop the egg I sprinkled scallions, mint, and basil from my garden.
It was delicious. This will be a go-to meal, but I won’t have those garden herbs in January!
Quick and easy base recipe for peanut noodles- it was great for a fast meal and it’s very versatile. I added peanuts, cilantro, basil and some purple cabbage. Any of the protein recomendations sound great too! It’s also kid approved which is always a plus! 👍
I saved this recipe and forgot about it until your email today, so we had it for a nice light lunch. It was very tasty and flavorful with a little kick from some Chinese Zing sauce (chili oil). I used crunchy peanut butter and had this with some leftover chicken breast that was marinated with a spicy teriyaki sauce, and broccoli cooked with ginger and garlic. I wish I had some fresh herbs to add as a garnish.
Maybe next time