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Quick Peanut Sauce Rice Noodles

Quick Peanut Sauce Rice Noodles

Silky rice noodles tossed in a creamy, tangy peanut sauce with a touch of heat. Fresh veggies and herbs add crunch and brightness.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 18 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 12 oz flat rice noodles
  • 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter stirred until smooth
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1.5 tbsp brown sugar or honey
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tsp chili-garlic sauce or sriracha, to taste
  • 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 0.5 cup warm water for thinning the sauce as needed
  • 1 tbsp neutral cooking oil such as avocado or canola
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
  • 2 tbsp chopped scallions for serving
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro for serving
  • 2 tbsp roasted peanuts, roughly chopped for garnish

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Boil a large pot of water. Cook rice noodles until just tender, then drain and rinse to stop cooking.
  • Whisk peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, chili-garlic sauce, ginger, garlic, and warm water until smooth.
  • Warm the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté carrots and bell pepper until crisp-tender, 2–3 minutes.
  • Add noodles to the skillet. Pour in the peanut sauce and toss until evenly coated and heated through, 1–2 minutes.
  • Plate the noodles and finish with scallions, cilantro, and chopped peanuts. Adjust with a splash of water if too thick.

Notes

Variation: Add sautéed tofu, shredded rotisserie chicken, or steamed edamame for extra protein. Swap almond butter for a different nutty flavor. For a chilled noodle salad, rinse noodles well, cool completely, and thin the sauce with a bit more water. Leftovers keep in an airtight container up to 3 days; loosen with warm water before serving.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Quick Peanut Sauce Rice Noodles flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.