Spicy Thai Delight Noodles
This Spicy Thai Delight Noodles recipe was created as part of RSC#9 and has quickly become a family favorite! It's a vibrant medley of flavors bursting with the essence of Thai cuisine. Featuring tender chicken breast, succulent prawns, and an array of fresh vegetables, this dish is both delicious and satisfying. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or impressing guests, the balance of spicy sambal, fragrant coconut milk, and creamy peanut sauce brings a warmth to every bite. Prepping your vegetables ahead of time will streamline your cooking process, allowing you to enjoy this delightful dish even more. Note: Adjust the sambal to your spice preference for a custom kick!
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Servings
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Calories
19
Ingredients
Ingredients
Wide rice noodles
12 ounces (Prepared as package directs for pasta, boiled, not soaked)
Red curry paste
2 tablespoons (N/A)
Peanut oil
2 tablespoons (N/A)
Eggs
3 (Lightly beaten)
White onion
1 medium (Chopped coarse)
Carrot
1 large (Peeled and thinly sliced on the bias)
Broccoli florets
2 cups (N/A)
Chicken breast
1 (Cut into julienne sized strips)
Medium prawns
3/4 lb (Deveined and shelled)
Light soy sauce
1/4 cup (N/A)
Fish sauce
2 tablespoons (N/A)
Natural-style peanut butter
1/3 cup (N/A)
Brown sugar
1 tablespoon (Packed)
Chicken broth
1 cup (N/A)
Light coconut milk
1 cup (N/A)
Straw mushrooms
15 ounces (Drained)
Water
1/2 cup (N/A)
Sambal oelek
2 tablespoons (Adjust to taste)
Scallion
1 bunch (White part, cut on bias, for topping)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Spicy Thai Delight Noodles?
Spicy Thai Delight Noodles is a vibrant dish featuring a medley of chicken, prawns, and fresh vegetables tossed in a spicy coconut-peanut sauce.
What type of noodles are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 12 ounces of wide rice noodles, which should be prepared as the package directs for pasta (boiled rather than just soaked).
How do I adjust the spiciness of the dish?
You can customize the heat by adjusting the amount of sambal oelek used in the recipe to suit your spice preference.
What proteins are included in this Thai noodle dish?
This recipe includes chicken breast cut into julienne strips and medium prawns that have been deveined and shelled.
Is this recipe family-friendly?
Yes, it is described as a quick and satisfying family favorite that is perfect for weeknight dinners.
What vegetables are needed for Spicy Thai Delight Noodles?
You will need white onion, carrots, broccoli florets, and straw mushrooms.
How should I prepare the chicken?
The chicken breast should be cut into thin, julienne-sized strips before cooking.
What kind of curry paste is used?
The recipe specifies 2 tablespoons of red curry paste to provide an authentic Thai flavor base.
What makes the sauce creamy?
A combination of light coconut milk and natural-style peanut butter creates a rich and creamy sauce for the noodles.
How should the eggs be prepared?
The recipe uses 3 eggs that should be lightly beaten before being incorporated into the dish.
What is the recommended cooking oil?
Peanut oil is recommended for this recipe, likely due to its high smoke point and complementary flavor.
How should the carrots be sliced?
The carrots should be peeled and thinly sliced on the bias for both texture and presentation.
Does this dish contain seafood?
Yes, the recipe contains both medium prawns and fish sauce, which are traditional ingredients in Thai cuisine.
What type of mushrooms are used?
The recipe uses a 15-ounce can of straw mushrooms, which should be drained before use.
How are the scallions used in this dish?
The white parts of a bunch of scallions are cut on a bias and used as a topping for the finished dish.
What is sambal oelek?
Sambal oelek is a spicy Indonesian chili paste that adds a custom kick to these noodles.
Can I use regular peanut butter?
The recipe calls for natural-style peanut butter, which typically has a more intense peanut flavor and fewer additives than standard commercial peanut butter.
What liquid is used for the sauce base?
The sauce base consists of chicken broth, light coconut milk, and a bit of water.
Is there any sweetener in the recipe?
Yes, one tablespoon of packed brown sugar is added to balance the spicy and savory flavors.
How many prawns do I need?
The recipe requires 3/4 lb of medium prawns, which should be shelled and deveined.
How should the onion be chopped?
One medium white onion should be chopped coarsely.
What is the best way to cook this recipe quickly?
Prepping all your vegetables and proteins ahead of time is recommended to streamline the cooking process.
What is the source of the recipe?
This recipe was originally created as part of RSC#9.
Is the coconut milk full fat?
No, the recipe specifically calls for light coconut milk to keep the sauce lighter.
Does the recipe use soy sauce?
Yes, it uses 1/4 cup of light soy sauce for savory depth.
What size are the prawns?
The recipe specifies medium-sized prawns.
How much broccoli is used?
You will need 2 cups of broccoli florets for this recipe.
What are the main flavor profiles of this dish?
The dish features a balance of spicy (sambal/curry), fragrant (coconut), and creamy (peanut) flavors.
Can I prepare the noodles in advance?
Yes, the wide rice noodles are boiled according to package directions and can be ready before you start the stir-fry.
Is this a stir-fry recipe?
Yes, the tags categorize this recipe as a vegetable stir-fry and a quick meal.