Peanut and Ginger Sauce for Noodles Recipe

Name: Peanut and Ginger Sauce for Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup fresh raw peanuts; 2 cups peanut, vegetable or corn oil; 1/2 cup warm, freshly made tea; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger; 4 large garlic cloves, peeled and crushed; 1 small hot fresh green chili peppers, trimmed, seeded and veins removed; Salt to taste if desired; 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar; 1 tablespoon soy sauce, preferably dark soy sauce, available in Oriental markets; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons Oriental sesame oil; 1 tablespoon hot chili oil, available in Oriental markets; Fresh coriander sprigs for garnish

Servings: persons

1 cup fresh raw peanuts
2 cups peanut, vegetable or corn oil
1/2 cup warm, freshly made tea
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger
4 large garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
1 small hot fresh green chili peppers, trimmed, seeded and veins removed
Salt to taste if desired
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce, preferably dark soy sauce, available in Oriental markets
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons Oriental sesame oil
1 tablespoon hot chili oil, available in Oriental markets
Fresh coriander sprigs for garnish

1
Drop the peanuts into hot oil and cook until golden brown.
2
Take care not to overcook.
3
They will continue to cook once they are removed from the heat.
4
Drain the nuts and save the oil, if desired, for another use.
5
Put the peanuts in container of a food processor or electric blender and blend to a coarse paste.
6
Add tea and continue to blend.
7
Add ginger, garlic and chili peppers and blend.
8
Add salt, sugar, soy sauce, lemon juice, sesame oil and chili oil.
9
Blend to a smooth consistency.
10
Scrape the sauce into a serving dish and garnish with fresh coriander sprigs.
11
Serve with hot or cold cooked noodles, the sauce to be added according to individual taste.

1156

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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 cup fresh raw peanuts, 2 cups peanut, vegetable or corn oil, 1/2 cup warm, freshly made tea, 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger, and more.

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

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Peanut and Ginger Sauce for Noodles

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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