Spicy Peanut Noodle Salad
This Spicy Peanut Noodle Salad is a delightful blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Featuring a creamy peanut butter sauce enriched with rich coconut milk and aromatic curry powder, this dish strikes the perfect balance between spice and sweetness. Infused with toasted sesame oil and garnished with vibrant green onions, it’s a refreshing addition to any meal. Best served at room temperature, it’s the ideal summer side dish or a cozy winter treat to warm you up. Customize it to your heat preference with Thai red chilies or chili flakes!
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Crunchy peanut butter
1 cup (None)
Coconut milk
14 ounces (Unsweetened, shaken well)
Curry powder
1 tablespoon (Homemade preferred)
Sesame seeds
1 tablespoon (Toasted)
Sugar
2 teaspoons (None)
Toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon (None)
Garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon (None)
Black pepper
1/4 teaspoon (Freshly ground)
Green onions
2 (Thinly sliced)
Linguine or Spaghetti
13 ounces (Whole wheat preferred)
Instructions
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1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the linguine or spaghetti according to package instructions (about 8 minutes), stirring occasionally until al dente. Once cooked, drain the pasta and set aside.
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2. In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the crunchy peanut butter, coconut milk, curry powder, sesame seeds, sugar, toasted sesame oil, garlic salt, and black pepper. Whisk continuously until the mixture is well combined and heated through, about 3-5 minutes. Don't let it boil.
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3. Taste the sauce and adjust the heat as desired by adding finely chopped Thai red chilies or chili flakes. Stir well to incorporate.
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4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained noodles with the peanut sauce, tossing well to ensure the noodles are evenly coated.
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5. Serve the noodles in a large platter or bowl, garnishing with the remaining sliced green onions on top. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spicy Peanut Noodle Salad?
It is a refreshing dish made with pasta tossed in a creamy sauce of peanut butter, coconut milk, curry powder, and sesame oil.
Is this recipe vegan?
Yes, this recipe is listed with a vegan tag and uses plant-based ingredients like coconut milk and peanut butter.
What type of pasta is recommen ded?
The recipe sugges ts using ling ui ne or spag h e tt i, pre f e r a b l y w h o l e w h e a t v a r i e t i e s.
Can I use smooth peanut butter?
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