Thai Noodle Delight with Sweet Spicy Peanut Sauce
Embark on a culinary journey with this vibrant and flavorful Thai Noodle Delight with Sweet Spicy Peanut Sauce, a perfect blend of bold Southeast Asian flavors and wholesome ingredients. Tender rice noodles are tossed with a colorful medley of sautéed carrots, bell peppers, and fragrant garlic, all coated in a luscious, house-made peanut sauce featuring creamy peanut butter, zesty lime juice, a touch of honey, and a kick of sriracha. Topped with fresh cilantro, crunchy roasted peanuts, and green onions, this quick and easy 25-minute dish is a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy. Serve it as a satisfying main course or a crowd-pleasing side, and don't forget the optional sesame seed garnish and lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is a must-try for fans of Thai cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Rice noodles
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 medium Carrot, julienned
- 1 medium Bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 3 stalks Green onions, sliced
- 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Roasted peanuts, chopped
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 0.25 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, peanut butter, honey, rice vinegar, sriracha, lime juice, and water to create the peanut sauce. Adjust the consistency with more water if necessary.
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat.
Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in the julienned carrot and bell pepper. Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Add the cooked rice noodles to the pan and toss gently to combine with the vegetables.
Pour the prepared peanut sauce over the noodles and toss to coat everything evenly.
Sprinkle sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, and roasted peanuts over the noodles. Toss gently to incorporate.
Remove from heat and transfer to a large serving platter or individual bowls.
Optionally, garnish with sesame seeds and serve with lime wedges on the side for extra brightness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1273 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.5 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.1 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 24.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2794 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 141.0 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.8 g | ||
| Protein | 33.1 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 279 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1568 mg | 33% | |
*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.
