Spicy Peanut Noodles

Talking about comfort food, Spicy Peanut Noodles is an untamed beast. It’s a perfect blend of dashing flavours whipped up together into one tantalizing dish that just hits different. These noodles are a titillating play of spicy, sweet and savoury elements, all dancing together on your taste buds. Ideal for every occasion, be it a simple family dinner or a sophisticated dinner party, they are a show-stealer!

Now, if has the term “spicy” has you thinking twice, don’t worry, dude! The heat level can always be adjusted according to your preference. Trust me, once you’ve had a taste of these, you’ll be whipping them up whenever you need a flavorful lift-me-up. Just smelling that spiced peanutty aroma is enough to make your mouth water.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Servings: 4
• Yield: 4 cups

Alright, now that your taste-buds are tingling with anticipation, let’s dive into making some killer Spicy Peanut Noodles!

Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need

• 200 gm of noodles
• 3 tbps of peanut butter
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 red chili, finely chopped
• �� cup of soy sauce
• Vegetable stock
• Vegetable oil

Purpose of important ingredients:

The peanut butter brings in a creamy mellowness that tempers the heat from the chilies. Soy sauce adds a savory umami depth.

Equipment: You need a pasta cooker / regular pan, sieve and a big frying pan.

No peanut butter? No problem, just whip up some roasted peanuts into a paste and you’re good to go. Now, ready to get noodling?

How To Make Spicy Peanut Noodles

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a simmer. Add noodles and cook as per the instructions on the packet. Drain the noodles once done.
2. In a large frying pan, heat a dollop of vegetable oil. Add the chopped garlic and chili, and fry them until they release their gorgeous aroma. Keep it on medium heat; you wouldn’t want them to burn.
3. Next, stir in the peanut butter and mix it up well with the garlic and chili. The heat will make the peanut butter melt into a droolicious, creamy sauce.
4. Time to add the soy sauce. Mix it in well so that it’s evenly distributed throughout the sauce.
5. Finally, toss in the drained noodles and mix it all up so that every noodle strand is coated with the zesty sauce.

Tips For The Best Results

• Use a high-quality peanut butter.
• For extra spice, increase the amount of chili or add a tsp of chili flakes.

Storage Tips

• Can be refrigerated for up to three days in an airtight container.
• Reheat in microwave or a nonstick pan with little oil.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use chicken stock instead of vegetable stock?

A: Absolutely! Feel free to customize the recipe as per your liking.

Q: Can I skip the garlic?

A: If you’re allergic or don’t like garlic, you can certainly skip it. However, garlic does add a nice flavour.

Q: Is it ok if I don’t have the red chili?

A: Yes, you can replace the red chili with chili flakes or sauce.

Q: Can I use whole wheat noodles?

A: Yes, you can use any kind of noodles you prefer.

Q: Can I add veggies to these noodles?

A: Yes, added veggies would enhance the nutritional value of the recipe.

Nutritional Facts of Spicy Peanut Noodles

Calories: 450

Fat: 20g

Protein: 15g

Carbs: 60g

So folks, there you have it! Spicy Peanut Noodles – It’s the bomb diggity of comfort food. Serve it up with some springrolls or stir-fried veggies and there you have a jaw-dropping meal. Can’t wait for y’all to try it!