Noodles with Peanut Sauce
The Noodles with Peanut Sauce recipe from Cooking Matters combines cooked noodles with a creamy, flavorful peanut sauce made from peanut butter, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. It's a quick, simple weeknight dinner with a rich, savory taste.
Ingredients
- 1 package Pasta 16 ounces; whole wheat
- ¼ cup Peanut Butter
- ⅓ cup Water Warm
- ¼ cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium
- 2 Tablespoons Cider Vinegar
- 4 teaspoons Sugar
- 1 bag Frozen Vegetables Thawed; broccoli, snow peas, etc.
- 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional
Equipment
- Stovetop
- Large Pot
- Colander
- Medium Bowl
- Microwave-Safe Bowl
- Microwave
Instructions
- Cook pasta using package directions. Make sauce and veggies while pasta cooks.
- In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter and warm water. Stir into a smooth, thin sauce.
- Add soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar. Mix until sugar dissolves. If using, stir in red pepper flakes.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, add thawed frozen veggies and ½ cup water. Steam in microwave for 3-5 minutes. Drain any excess water.
- Pour peanut sauce and steamed veggies over cooked, drained pasta. Toss to combine. Serve warm or cold.
Notes
- Top with sliced cooked chicken breast, firm tofu, or chopped peanuts if you like.
- Top with any heated leftover veggies you like.
- Add ½ teaspoon minced garlic or minced ginger to the peanut sauce.
- Try garnishing with rinsed and chopped green onions, cilantro, or lime wedges.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Noodles with Peanut Sauce
Amount per Serving
Calories
293
Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Fat
5
g
8
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Sodium
463
mg
20
%
Potassium
272
mg
8
%
Carbohydrates
51
g
17
%
Fiber
4
g
17
%
Sugar
4
g
4
%
Protein
11
g
22
%
Vitamin A
1796
IU
36
%
Vitamin C
4
mg
5
%
Calcium
26
mg
3
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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