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    Home » Recipes » Main Dish

    Easy Peanut Noodles (20 Minute)

    Apr 27, 2019 by Kaitlin

    These easy vegan Thai-inspired Peanut Butter Noodles only take 20 minutes to make! Freshly cooked noodles are tossed in a creamy, flavorful peanut sauce. So satisfying, protein-packed, and a great quick meal or take-along lunch. (Vegan, gluten-free option, oil-free.)

    Creamy spaghetti noodles with peanut butter sauce in a white bowl with fork

    These creamy, flavorful Peanut Noodles are incredibly satisfying!

    They are filled with plant-based protein and fiber. Plus they only take 20 minutes to make. So it's great for a quick lunch or dinner.

    Best of all they are easy to assemble. You will simply cook the noodles, then drain and toss them with (my favorite!) Peanut Sauce.

    The sauce has such a rich consistency and is FULL of flavor.

    Small glass jar filled with creamy Thai Peanut Sauce and a spoon

    Ingredients for Peanut Noodles

    For this recipe you will toss together:

    • Ramen noodles: Or your own favorite pasta such as spaghetti, rice noodles, soba noodles, etc. Be sure to use gluten-free noodles if needed. I really like "Lotus Foods" millet & brown rice ramen noodles which are organic and gluten-free. Three ramen cakes is roughly 8 ounces which is what you need for this recipe.
    • Natural peanut butter: Either creamy or crunchy works with this recipe. Most often I use smooth/creamy, but crunchy will give the sauce more texture if that's what you prefer.
    • Pure maple syrup: Or substitute brown sugar. I use pure maple syrup for a natural and refined sugar-free option.
    • Tamari: Or you can use soy sauce or coconut aminos. Be sure to use low sodium if desired.
    • Fresh lemon or lime juice
    • Fresh garlic cloves: Use one or two (or more) depending on how strong you want it.
    • Fresh ginger: Use as much or as little as you'd like depending on how much you enjoy the flavor.
    • Hot water: This is to thin the sauce to your desired consistency. I usually add about a half cup water (more or less depending on the thickness of my peanut butter).

    Note: This recipe is oil-free as written. However you can also add a half teaspoon of toasted sesame oil to the peanut sauce for even more taste if desired.

    Peanut noodles in a white bowl with fresh cilantro and chopped peanuts on top

    Customizing

    Vegetables: Add your favorite veggies to this dish such as fresh sugar snap peas, snow peas, red bell pepper, shredded carrot, red cabbage, broccoli, mung bean sprouts, etc.

    Add more protein: Serve this dish with edamame, tempeh, vegan chicken, or fluffy Easy Baked Tofu on the side.

    Toppings: Garnish your bowl with chopped peanuts, cashews, almonds, sliced green onion, fresh cilantro, sesame seeds, or lime wedges.

    Make it spicy: Add a drizzle of sriracha or red pepper flakes to taste right before serving.

    Serving

    Warm or chilled: Either serve them immediately while warm, or chill in the refrigerator to let the flavors develop even further.

    • Serving warm: The texture will be soft and creamy.
    • Serving chilled: The sauce will be thick, sticky, and slightly dry. (I enjoy it both ways.)

    Tip: These are great for meal prep or take-along lunch!

    Spaghetti pasta tossed with peanut sauce in a white bowl topped with fresh cilantro

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    Creamy Thai-style Noodles with peanut butter sauce

    Easy Peanut Noodles

    These 20-minute peanut butter noodles are so satisfying, protein-packed, and easy to make. Great for a quick lunch, dinner, or meal prep!
    4.81 from 21 votes
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Author: Kaitlin - The Garden Grazer
    Course: Main Dish
    Cuisine: Gluten-Free Option, Oil-Free, Vegan
    Servings: 4 medium bowls

    Ingredients

    • 8 oz. ramen noodles* (gluten-free if desired)

    For the creamy peanut sauce:

    • 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
    • 2 Tbsp. maple syrup or brown sugar (more/less to taste)
    • 1 1/2 Tbsp. tamari (or soy sauce)
    • 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon or lime juice
    • 1-2 cloves garlic
    • 2 tsp. freshly grated ginger (more/less to taste)
    • Hot water to thin to desired consistency

    For serving (optional):

    • Chopped peanuts, sesame seeds, cilantro, fresh lime juice, green onion, sriracha, red pepper flakes, etc.

    Instructions

    • Cook pasta according to package instructions, taking care not to overcook. Drain when finished.
    • Meanwhile, make the peanut sauce:
      Mince garlic and grate ginger. (I use a micro plane grater for ginger.) In a medium/large mixing bowl, add all peanut sauce ingredients except water.
      Heat 3/4 cup water to just under boiling. Add hot water a couple tablespoons at a time, slowly whisking and working the mixture together.
      Continue adding water and whisking until sauce is thin enough to mix the noodles in. (I usually add about 1/2 cup to 2/3 cup hot water.) Adjust flavors if needed.
    • When pasta is cooked and drained, immediately add it to bowl with peanut sauce. Gently toss to combine. (Sauce will thicken further when combined with pasta.)
    • Serve with any desired toppings. Add fresh lime juice or extra tamari for a flavor boost if needed. Great served warm or chilled.

    Notes

    *Noodles: I like "Lotus Foods" millet & brown rice ramen noodles (which are gluten-free). Three ramen cakes is roughly 8 oz. However you can use spaghetti, rice noodles, etc.
    Gluten-free option: Be sure to use GF noodles and tamari.
    Serving: If serving warm, the texture will be more soft + creamy. If serving chilled, it will be thick + sticky (and slightly dry).
    Peanut butter: Smooth or crunchy peanut butter works for this recipe. Crunchy will give it more texture.

    Nutrition Per Serving (Estimate)

    Nutrition Facts
    Easy Peanut Noodles
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    428
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    17
    g
    26
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    4
    g
    25
    %
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    5
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    8
    g
    Potassium
     
    381
    mg
    11
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    55
    g
    18
    %
    Fiber
     
    4
    g
    17
    %
    Sugar
     
    9
    g
    10
    %
    Protein
     
    16
    g
    32
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    1
    IU
    0
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    3
    mg
    4
    %
    Calcium
     
    37
    mg
    4
    %
    Iron
     
    2
    mg
    11
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
    Did you make this recipe?Leave a star rating or comment below!

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    1. Megan

      May 19, 2020 at 4:33 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious and fast! Great way to use leftover spaghetti and have a great dinner in the table in minutes! My 2 year old loved it too (though my picky preschoolers balked). I added shredded carrots and peas and we topped with crushed peanuts and green onion, sriracha for hubby and I.

      Reply
      • Kaitlin McGinn

        May 19, 2020 at 6:47 pm

        Awesome, Megan! So great to hear that, thanks so much for your feedback! (And also thanks for sharing your beautiful photo on Instagram too!) Wishing you all a most lovely week! -Kaitlin

        Reply
    2. Veronica

      September 13, 2019 at 11:53 am

      5 stars
      These Asian peanut noodles are absolutely scrumptious and just bursting with flavor, my sister and I enjoyed them immensely on our girls night in!

      Reply
      • Kaitlin McGinn

        September 16, 2019 at 8:48 am

        Yay! Wonderful to hear you both enjoyed, Veronica! Thanks so much for the kind feedback. Wishing you both a great week!

        Reply
    3. Marilyn

      June 18, 2019 at 3:10 pm

      Delicious! I'm very new to plant based and make ahead lunches are super important to me for success. The batch I made of this was perfect for this, thank you Kaitlin! I added the scallions and red pepper as suggests and also topped it with shredded carrot and bean sprouts for crunch and color.

      Reply
      • Kaitlin McGinn

        July 16, 2019 at 9:41 am

        Hi Marilyn! Wonderful to hear that! I'm a big fan of make-ahead and leftovers as well. So thrilled this worked out for you and I love your carrot & bean sprout addition - yum! Wishing you all the joy on your new plant-based journey! -Kaitlin

        Reply
    4. PureGusto Coffee Company

      June 03, 2019 at 5:27 pm

      5 stars
      WOW THIS IS AWESOME. Thank you!

      Reply
    5. Onlinecake.in

      May 21, 2019 at 3:04 am

      5 stars
      This is seriously the best recipe that I have ever made, and quite possibly one of the best ones that I have ever eaten. It was fantastic. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Kaitlin McGinn

        June 11, 2019 at 12:58 pm

        Thrilled to hear you enjoyed it so much! Thanks for the sweet comment!

        Reply
    6. Wendy T

      April 29, 2019 at 5:47 pm

      5 stars
      This was really good! Thumbs up from the family. I used rice noodles and added some broccoli for extra crunch.

      Reply
      • Kaitlin McGinn

        April 29, 2019 at 7:26 pm

        Hi Wendy! Great to hear your family enjoyed! Love the rice noodle & broccoli addition. Thanks so much for taking the time to come back and leave a message & rating. Wishing you all a beautiful week! -Kaitlin

        Reply

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