This easy peanut noodle recipe is the perfect balance of comfort and nutrition. Made with whole food ingredients, healthy fats, and plant-based protein, it’s a quick weeknight meal that keeps you satisfied.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
✓ High protein and satisfying
✓ Ready in under 30 minutes
✓ Budget-friendly pantry ingredients
✓ Great for meal prep
✓ Customizable with your favourite vegetables
Tips & Tricks for Spicy Chilli Peanut Noodles
✓ Don’t overcook noodles—they get sticky
✓ Add pasta water slowly for the perfect sauce texture
✓ Adjust spice level to your preference
✓ Best enjoyed fresh (rice noodles can clump)
How to Store & Reheat
Substitutions & Variations
✓ Add tofu or chicken for protein
✓ Toss in veggies like bell peppers, broccoli, or carrots
✓ Swap honey for maple syrup to keep it fully vegan
FAQ about Spicy Chilli Peanut Noodles
Can I make peanut noodles less spicy?
Yes! Reduce or skip the chili oil and Thai chilies.
Can I use a different type of noodle?
Absolutely—udon, soba, or even whole wheat spaghetti work well.
How do I make this recipe high protein?
Try adding in tofu, shrimp, chicken, beef and even edamame for a protein boost!
Nutrition Information
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Ingredients
- 16 oz Rice Noodles
- ⅔ Cup Peanut Butter smooth
- ¼ Cup Soy Sauce
- 2 Tbs Limes juiced
- 2 Tbs Chilli Paste or Chilli Oil
- 2 Tbs Honey
- 3 Cloves Garlic minced
- 4 Red Thai Chilles minced
- 1 Tbs Fresh Ginger grated
- 1 Tbs Sesame Oil
- Green Onions to garnish
- ½ Cup Peanuts crushed, to garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook rice noodles until tender. Reserve a few cups of the pasta water.16 oz Rice Noodles
- While noodles are boiling, make the chili peanut sauce: In a small pan over medium heat, add garlic, ginger, and chili (if using) for 1–2 minutes.3 Cloves Garlic, 1 Tbs Fresh Ginger, 4 Red Thai Chilles
- Add peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and chili oil/paste. Whisk together until smooth. Heat gently.⅔ Cup Peanut Butter, ¼ Cup Soy Sauce, 2 Tbs Limes, 2 Tbs Chilli Paste or Chilli Oil, 2 Tbs Honey, 1 Tbs Sesame Oil
- Add the cooked noodles to the sauce. Mix until noodles are evenly coated. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water, adding a little at a time until desired texture is reached.
- Garnish with green onions and crushed peanuts. Serve immediately.Green Onions, ½ Cup Peanuts
Nutrition
Notes
- Noodles are best eaten fresh; they do not store well.
- Adjust spiciness by adding or omitting Thai chilies.
- If you want a small kick, just add a little red Thai chili.
