Cool Chinese Noodle in Peanut Sauce
Cool, creamy, and utterly satisfying, this Cool Chinese Noodle in Peanut Sauce recipe is a refreshing twist on traditional noodle dishes, perfect for warm days or light lunches. Featuring tender spaghetti or Chinese wheat noodles tossed in a rich, velvety peanut sauce infused with bold flavors of soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and a hint of spice from chili paste, this easy-to-make dish is a flavor-packed crowd-pleaser. Crisp julienned cucumber and carrot add vibrant crunch, while a garnish of chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro delivers the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 25 minutes with minimal cooking, this cold noodle recipe is ideal for quick meals or make-ahead lunches, combining bold Asian-inspired flavors with a delightful, refreshing chill.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams spaghetti or Chinese wheat noodles
- 4 tablespoons peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey or sugar
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ginger (minced)
- 1 teaspoon chili paste or sriracha (optional)
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 medium cucumber (julienned or thinly sliced)
- 1 medium carrot (julienned or thinly sliced)
- 2 scallions (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons peanuts (chopped, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Cook the noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey or sugar, minced garlic, minced ginger, chili paste (if using), and water. Mix until smooth and well combined. Adjust consistency with more water if needed.
Prepare the vegetables by julienning or thinly slicing the cucumber and carrot, and slicing the scallions.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked noodles with the prepared peanut sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
Divide the noodles into serving bowls and top with cucumber, carrot, and scallions.
Garnish with chopped peanuts and cilantro for added flavor and texture.
Serve immediately as a cold dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1314 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.5 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2140 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.7 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.4 g | ||
| Protein | 44.6 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 172 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1449 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
