Spicy Peanut Noodles Recipe

Chili Peanut Noodles have the perfect balance of heat, nuttiness, and savory flavor. It’s amazing for those busy weeknights or if you’re simply craving a quick satisfying meal!

INGREDIENTS
Spicy Peanut Sauce
1.5-2 tbsp peanut butter , plain or chunky
1-2 tbsp soy sauce , add more or less depending on desired taste
1 tsp dark mushroom soy sauce , optional for colour
1 tbsp garlic chili oil or chili oil with sediment
1 tbsp gochugaru or other chili power/flakes of choice
1/2 to 1 tbsp rice vinegar , Chinese black vinegar, regular vinegar
1-2 tsp sugar optional for additional sweetness
2-3 tbsp water

Noodles

3.5 oz dry wheat noodles

For topping/To Finish

Chopped spring onions/green onions
Chopped coriander
Sesame seeds
Drizzle sesame oil

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Prepare the sauce – mix everything in a large bowl. Make sure the peanut butter is smooth unless using chunky peanut butter. Feel free to adjust everything to your taste. If using sweetened peanut butter, you can skip the sugar. (Note: be sure to prepare the sauce first so you can immediately add the noodles after cooking)
2. Noodles – cook your noodles according to package instructions or until chewy to your liking.
3. Drain the noodles from the water and immediately add the noodles in the sauce. Mix well to coat in the sauce.
4. You can add additional 1-2 tbsp of water from the noodles in case the sauce is thick and you want a runnier consistency to mix the noodles easily.
5. Finish with fresh coriander and spring onions/green onions and sesame seeds and sesame oil, if desired. Enjoy!