Description
A delicious and easy recipe for Spicy Peanut Noodles with choice of protein.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz thin rice noodles
- 3 tbsp Sriracha sauce (adjust based on spice preference)
- 3 tbsp natural peanut butter
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
- Juice of 1 lime
- ¼ cup chopped peanuts (for garnish)
- 1 cup protein of choice (shrimp or tofu, optional)
Instructions
- Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions until tender (about 5-7 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a small bowl, mix peanut butter, Sriracha sauce, lime juice, and a splash of water until smooth.
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté the bell peppers and carrots for about 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.
- Add cooked noodles to the pan along with the peanut sauce. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated and heated through.
- Finish by sprinkling with green onions and chopped peanuts before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made vegetarian or vegan depending on your protein choice.
- Adjust the level of Sriracha based on your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg