Peanut Sesame Noodles
Elevate your weeknight dinners with these irresistible Peanut Sesame Noodles, a quick and flavorful recipe perfect for busy evenings or leisurely lunches. Featuring a creamy, umami-packed peanut sauce made with pantry staples like soy sauce, sesame oil, and a touch of honey or maple syrup, this dish delivers a harmonious balance of savory, sweet, and spicy notes with a hint of freshness from garlic and ginger. Tossed with al dente spaghetti or Asian wheat noodles, the dish is customizable with vibrant veggies like shredded carrots and crisp cucumber, or proteins like tofu or grilled shrimp for a heartier meal. Topped with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions, these noodles are ready in just 20 minutes and can be served at room temperature or chilled, making them a versatile crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or a refreshing summer main.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams spaghetti or Asian wheat noodles
- 4 tablespoons peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1.5 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 4 tablespoons hot water
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup optional vegetables (e.g., shredded carrots, thinly sliced cucumber)
- 200 grams optional protein (e.g., grilled chicken, tofu, or shrimp)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), sriracha (or chili garlic sauce), minced garlic, grated ginger, and hot water until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more hot water if needed.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked noodles with the peanut sesame sauce. Toss until the noodles are evenly coated.
If using vegetables or protein, add them to the noodle mixture and toss gently to combine.
Garnish the noodles with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
Serve immediately at room temperature or slightly chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1667 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.1 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.0 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 170 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 2238 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 152.1 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.4 g | ||
| Protein | 104.4 g | 209% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 276 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1965 mg | 42% | |
*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.
