Peanut and Cilantro Noodle Salad Recipe

Name: Peanut and Cilantro Noodle Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 one-pound package of thick Chinese rice noodles; 3/4 cup roasted unsalted peanuts; 2 small shallots; 2 cloves garlic; 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice; ½ tablespoons unsweetened coconut milk; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1 teaspoon soy sauce; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon Chinese chili sauce; 1/4 teaspoon turmeric; 1 cup hot water; 1/2 cup cilantro leaves

Servings: persons

1 one-pound package of thick Chinese rice noodles
3/4 cup roasted unsalted peanuts
2 small shallots
2 cloves garlic
4 tablespoons fresh lime juice
½ tablespoons unsweetened coconut milk
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon Chinese chili sauce
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1 cup hot water
1/2 cup cilantro leaves

1
Cook noodles according to package directions until al dente, and drain.
2
While noodles are cooking, make the sauce.
3
Crush peanuts in food processor.
4
Squeeze juice from lime.
5
Peel and dice the shallots and garlic.
6
Put four tablespoons of the crushed peanuts in a saucepan with two tablespoons of the lime juice, shallots, garlic, coconut milk, sugar, soy sauce, cumin, chili sauce and turmeric.
7
Stir, cook for one minute, then pour into bowl, add remaining lime juice and hot water, and mix well.
8
Pour sauce over noodles, toss, and garnish with cilantro and remaining peanuts at the table.

275

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 one-pound package of thick Chinese rice noodles, 3/4 cup roasted unsalted peanuts, 2 small shallots, 2 cloves garlic, and more.

Yes, Peanut and Cilantro Noodle Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Peanut and Cilantro Noodle Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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