Pasta La Peanut Butter
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with "Pasta La Peanut Butter," a bold and creamy fusion dish that marries the comfort of pasta with the nutty richness of Asian-inspired flavors. This quick and easy recipe combines al dente spaghetti with a luscious peanut butter sauce infused with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and a touch of honey or maple syrup for a perfect balance of savory and sweet. A dash of sesame oil and optional chili flakes add depth and a subtle kick, while scallions and toasted sesame seeds provide a fresh, aromatic finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile dish is customizable for vegan diets and can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature, making it a perfect meal for busy nights or casual gatherings. Try this irresistible twist on pasta and savor the creamy, nutty goodness in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams spaghetti (or any pasta of your choice)
- 120 grams peanut butter (creamy preferred)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional, for heat)
- 4 tablespoons water
- 2 stalks scallions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti or chosen pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
While the pasta cooks, prepare the peanut butter sauce. In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, red chili flakes (if using), and 4 tablespoons of water. Adjust the consistency by adding more water if needed — the sauce should be smooth and pourable.
In a large skillet or wok over medium heat, combine the cooked pasta and peanut butter sauce. Toss well to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add the reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.
Season the dish with salt and black pepper to taste. Continue tossing on medium heat for 1-2 minutes to warm everything through.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with chopped scallions and toasted sesame seeds, if desired.
Serve immediately either warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your Pasta La Peanut Butter!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1440 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.3 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.9 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4624 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.1 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.4 g | ||
| Protein | 53.5 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 193 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1218 mg | 26% | |
*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.
