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Easy Peanut Noodle Stir Fry

  • Author: simplemealsbykim
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stir‑Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian/Thai‑inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A quick and flavorful stir‑fry combining tender noodles with a creamy peanut sauce and crisp veggies, perfect for a weeknight meal.


Ingredients

  • 8 oz noodles (spaghetti, rice, lo‑mein, or udon)
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/41/2 cup soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
  • 12 tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp Sriracha or chili sauce (optional, adjust to taste)
  • 12 tbsp water (to thin sauce)
  • 2 cups mixed stir‑fry veggies (e.g. carrots, bell pepper, broccoli)
  • 1 tbsp oil (olive, sesame, or avocado)
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts, cilantro, green onions (for garnish)


Instructions

  1. Cook noodles per package instructions; drain & set aside.
  2. In a bowl, whisk peanut butter, soy/tamari, vinegar or lime, sweetener, garlic, Sriracha, and enough water to reach a smooth sauce consistency.
  3. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium‑high heat; add veggies and stir‑fry until crisp‑tender (about 5–7 minutes).
  4. Add cooked noodles to pan; pour sauce over noodles and veggies; toss to coat and heat through.
  5. Serve immediately, topped with chopped peanuts, cilantro, and green onions; add extra Sriracha if desired.

Notes

  • Use gluten‑free noodles and tamari for gluten‑free version.
  • Substitute almond or sunflower butter if nut allergy.
  • Add protein like tofu, edamame, chicken, or tempeh as desired.
  • Store leftovers in fridge up to 3–4 days; reheat with splash of water to loosen.