Name: Spicy Peanut Noodle Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients: 8 oz (225 g) rice noodles or your choice of noodles; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 cup bell peppers, sliced; 1 cup carrots, julienned; 1 cup snap peas or broccoli florets; 1/4 cup green onions, chopped; 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped (for garnish); 1/2 cup (120 g) peanut butter (smooth or crunchy); 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari; 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or lime juice; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1-2 teaspoons sriracha (adjust based on spice preference); 1-2 tablespoons water (to thin if needed)

Description

This Spicy Peanut Noodle Bowl is a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines tender noodles with a rich peanut sauce, fresh vegetables, and a hint of spice. It’s an easy, customizable meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner!

Ingredients

Scale

For the Noodles:

8 oz (225 g) rice noodles or your choice of noodles
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup bell peppers, sliced
1 cup carrots, julienned
1 cup snap peas or broccoli florets
1/4 cup green onions, chopped
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

For the Spicy Peanut Sauce:

1/2 cup (120 g) peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
2 tablespoons rice vinegar or lime juice
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1–2 teaspoons sriracha (adjust based on spice preference)
1–2 tablespoons water (to thin if needed)

Instructions

Cook the Noodles:
1. Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
Prepare the Spicy Peanut Sauce:
1. In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and sriracha.
2. Whisk until smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add water a tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
Sauté the Vegetables:
1. In a large skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.
2. Add sliced bell peppers, carrots, and snap peas (or broccoli). Sauté for about 3-5 minutes until just tender.
Combine Noodles and Sauce:
1. Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the vegetables.
2. Pour the spicy peanut sauce over the noodles and toss everything together until well coated and heated through.
Serve:
1. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro. Serve immediately, adding additional sriracha if desired for extra heat.

Notes

Customize your bowl with additional protein like grilled chicken, tofu, or shrimp.
You can add other vegetables like cucumbers or edamame for more variety and nutrition.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Asian-inspired

Keywords: Peanut noodles, spicy noodles, vegetarian