Spicy Thai Noodles with Ginger Peanut Dressing

Name: Spicy Thai Noodles with Ginger Peanut Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Kosher salt; 1 pound udon noodles or linguine pasta; 2 teaspoons sesame oil; 1/4 cup light soy sauce; 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 4 Thai chiles, halved lengthwise, and seeds removed; 4 chicken breasts, cut into bite-size cubes; 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter; 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 3 tablespoons sugar; 1/4 cup rice vinegar; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons sesame oil; 1 teaspoon chile oil; 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil; 1 orange, rind removed, flesh segmented; 6 wooden skewers; 2 Thai chiles diced, seeds removed; 1 small bunch fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 bunch spring onions, thinly sliced; Special equipment: 6 wooden skewers

Servings: persons

Kosher salt
1 pound udon noodles or linguine pasta
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1/4 cup light soy sauce
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 Thai chiles, halved lengthwise, and seeds removed
4 chicken breasts, cut into bite-size cubes
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup rice vinegar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon chile oil
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
1 orange, rind removed, flesh segmented
6 wooden skewers
2 Thai chiles diced, seeds removed
1 small bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
1 bunch spring onions, thinly sliced
Special equipment: 6 wooden skewers

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2
Cook the noodles according to the package directions for al dente.
3
Drain the noodles, then transfer to a large bowl and toss with the sesame oil.
4
Set the noodles aside.
5
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and chiles.
6
Add the cubed chicken to the marinade, toss gently to coat the chicken.
7
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
8
For the dressing: In a small saucepan, whisk together the peanut butter, ginger, garlic, sugar, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and chile oil, and bring to a simmer over medium-low heat.
9
Pour the warm dressing over the cooked noodles, and toss to coat evenly.
10
Set the noodles aside until ready to serve.
11
In a heavy skillet, heat the grapeseed oil over medium-high heat, when the skillet just begins to smoke, add the chicken cubes and sear on all sides until they are browned.
12
Saute the chicken cubes over medium heat until they are fully cooked, about 5 minutes.
13
Thread the chicken pieces and orange segments alternately on the skewers,
14
To serve the skewers, toss the noodles with the diced chile peppers and chopped cilantro.
15
Sprinkle the chicken skewers with the sliced green onions.
16
Serve the noodles with the chicken skewers and enjoy hot or cold!

961

kcal

Calories

Fat

112

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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Kosher salt, 1 pound udon noodles or linguine pasta, 2 teaspoons sesame oil, 1/4 cup light soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Spicy Thai Noodles with Ginger Peanut Dressing 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!