Description
Make these delicious sesame peanut noodles in just 15 minutes. This recipe delivers takeout-style flavor with simple ingredients, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces spaghetti or linguine
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 cup hot water (more as needed)
- Optional garnishes: chopped peanuts, sesame seeds, sliced green onions, red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti or linguine according to package directions. Drain, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
- While the pasta cooks, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, and grated ginger in a large bowl.
- Gradually whisk in the hot water until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Add more hot water, a tablespoon at a time, if needed to reach your desired consistency.
- Add the drained hot pasta to the bowl with the sauce. Toss well to coat the noodles evenly.
- If the sauce seems too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water until it loosens up.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped peanuts, sesame seeds, sliced green onions, or red pepper flakes if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- You can add cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu for a more substantial meal.
- Ensure your peanut butter is creamy for the smoothest sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 500-600 (will vary based on ingredients)
- Sugar: Varies
- Sodium: Varies
- Fat: Varies
- Saturated Fat: Varies
- Unsaturated Fat: Varies
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Varies
- Fiber: Varies
- Protein: Varies
- Cholesterol: Varies