Midnight Sesame Peanut Noodles
Satisfy your late-night cravings with these quick and flavorful Midnight Sesame Peanut Noodles! This easy recipe combines tender spaghetti or ramen noodles with a rich, creamy peanut sauce infused with the umami of soy sauce, the nuttiness of sesame oil, and the tangy lift of rice vinegar. Finished with a hint of honey (or maple syrup for a vegan twist) and a kick of sriracha, this dish strikes the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and spicy. Top it off with crunchy peanuts, toasted sesame seeds, and fresh scallions for added texture and a gourmet touch. Ready in just 20 minutes, this comforting noodle dish is a perfect choice for a speedy meal, a midnight snack, or whenever you’re craving bold, irresistible flavors. Include optional veggies like shredded carrots or cucumbers for a fresh, vibrant twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti or dried ramen noodles
- 3 tbsp peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1.5 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 1 tsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
- 2 tbsp crushed peanuts, for garnish
- 1 cup optional vegetables (e.g., shredded carrots, julienned cucumbers)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the noodles according to package instructions. Reserve 1/4 cup of the cooking water, then drain the noodles and set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, garlic, and ginger until smooth. If the mixture is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of the reserved noodle cooking water to loosen it.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings as needed—add more soy sauce for saltiness, more sriracha for spice, or more honey for sweetness.
Toss the cooked noodles with the sauce until evenly coated. If desired, mix in the optional vegetables for added texture and freshness.
Divide the noodles into bowls and top each serving with sliced scallions, toasted sesame seeds, crushed peanuts, and additional sriracha, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Midnight Sesame Peanut Noodles!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1120 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.1 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2019 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.4 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.2 g | ||
| Protein | 37.6 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 241 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1589 mg | 34% | |
*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.
