Description

Indulge in the flavors of Thailand with these Saucy Thai Curried Peanut Noodles. A harmonious blend of creamy peanut butter, spicy red curry paste, and tangy lime juice coats tender rice noodles and crisp vegetables for a satisfying meal that’s bursting with flavor.

Ingredients

Rice Noodles:

8 oz rice noodles

Stir-Fry:

1 tablespoon oil (avocado or vegetable)
1/2 small onion (diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
2 tablespoons red curry paste

Sauce:

1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1/2 cup coconut milk
1/4 cup water (or more for thinning)

Vegetables and Garnish:

1 cup shredded carrots
1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped peanuts
lime wedges and chili flakes for garnish

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Instructions

Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
In a large skillet or wok, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.
Stir in garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute.
Add red curry paste and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Reduce heat to low and stir in peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, maple syrup, rice vinegar, coconut milk, and water. Stir until the sauce is smooth and heated through.
Add the cooked noodles, carrots, and bell pepper, tossing everything to coat in the sauce.
Cook for another 2–3 minutes until the veggies are slightly tender.
Remove from heat and garnish with cilantro, chopped peanuts, lime wedges, and chili flakes.

Notes

Add pan-fried tofu, shrimp, or chicken for extra protein.
Adjust water to reach desired sauce thickness.
For extra heat, stir in a bit of sriracha or chili garlic sauce.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Thai-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 450
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 560mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 0mg