Peanut Butter Noodles
This recipe is all about simplicity, speed, and pure deliciousness. Whether you're making it for yourself or sharing it with your little ones, this dish is sure to satisfy everyone's taste buds.The star of the show is our mouthwatering sauce, a creamy blend of peanut butter (or tahini), soy sauce, maple syrup, lime juice, and a hint of chili sauce for that perfect balance of sweet and spicy. You can adjust the heat to your liking, making it as mild or fiery as you prefer. Pro tip: using sweet chili sauce adds a touch of sweetness without overwhelming heat.Pair this delectable sauce with perfectly cooked spaghetti and a colorful array of veggies. Putting it all together is as easy as can be. After cooking the spaghetti to al dente perfection, rinse it under cold water to remove excess starch. Finely chop your chosen veggies, toss them with the sauce and spaghetti, and voilà – you have a mouthwatering dish ready to serve.Feel free to add a sprinkle of sesame seeds or more chopped peanuts for that extra crunch and visual appeal. And the best part? Leftovers taste just as good, making it a convenient and delicious option to enjoy later.
Ingredients
Sauce
- ½ cup of peanut butter or tahini
- 4 tbsp soy sauce
- 4 tbsp maple syrup
- Juice of a lime
- 3 tbsp chilli sauce adjust to your liking
- Noodles
- 500 g spaghetti
- Veggies of your choice. I love carrots sugar snap peas and red capsicum
Instructions
- So simple! Just mix either by hand or in a blender to make it super smooth.
- Cook the spaghetti as per packet directions and rinse thoroughly under cold water when cooked to rinse off the starch from the spaghetti.
- While the spaghetti is cooking finely chop up your veggies and when it’s all finished combine veggies, sauce and spaghetti in a big bowl and you’re done.
- I always sprinkle with some sesame seeds or more chopped peanuts if I’m taking it somewhere to make it that little extra but it’s just as good without.
Notes
Recipe Creator
Name: Emma
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