Spicy Peanut Noodles Recipe

Name: Spicy Peanut Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 8-oz. pkg. dried udon noodles; 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth; 6 medium cloves garlic, minced; 6 green onions, thinly sliced, white and dark green parts kept separate; 4 tsp. minced fresh ginger, or more to taste; 1/2 tsp. Chinese five-spice powder; 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes, or more to taste; 3 Tbs. kudzu, crushed into fine powder; 6 Tbs. peanut butter; 3 Tbs. shoyu, tamari or soy sauce; 1 tsp. pure maple syrup; 1/4 tsp. umeboshi plum vinegar or cider vinegar; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; Bring large pot of lightly salted

Servings: persons

2 8-oz. pkg. dried udon noodles
3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
6 medium cloves garlic, minced
6 green onions, thinly sliced, white and dark green parts kept separate
4 tsp. minced fresh ginger, or more to taste
1/2 tsp. Chinese five-spice powder
1/4 to 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes, or more to taste
3 Tbs. kudzu, crushed into fine powder
6 Tbs. peanut butter
3 Tbs. shoyu, tamari or soy sauce
1 tsp. pure maple syrup
1/4 tsp. umeboshi plum vinegar or cider vinegar
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Bring large pot of lightly salted

1
Bring large pot of water to a boil.
2
Add noodles; stir to prevent sticking.
3
Cook until tender according to package directions.
4
Drain well and set aside.
5
Meanwhile, in large saucepan, combine broth, garlic, scallion whites, ginger, 5-spice powder and pepper flakes.
6
Bring to a boil over medium heat and simmer 10 minutes.
7
In small cup, mix kudzu with 1/4 cup cold water.
8
Add kudzu mixture to broth mixture and continue to simmer until sauce has thickened, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes.
9
Remove sauce from heat and whisk in peanut butter, shoyu, maple syrup and vinegar until smooth.
10
Stir in scallion greens and cilantro.
11
Add noodles, toss well to coat and serve at once.

1370

kcal

Calories

Fat

128

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 8-oz. pkg. dried udon noodles, 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, 6 medium cloves garlic, minced, 6 green onions, thinly sliced, white and dark green parts kept separate, and more.

Yes, Spicy Peanut 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.

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Spicy Peanut Noodles

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