Description
Create a creamy, spicy peanut butter ramen that’s inspired by Thai flavors. This dish takes instant noodles to a new level with a rich sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 packages instant ramen noodles
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 cup hot water
- Chopped peanuts, for garnish
- Green onions, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook ramen noodles according to package directions. Drain, reserving about 1/4 cup of the noodle water.
- In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, sesame oil, and sugar.
- Gradually whisk in the reserved hot water until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Add the drained noodles to the bowl with the sauce. Toss well to coat.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped peanuts and green onions.
Notes
- Adjust chili garlic sauce to your spice preference.
- You can add cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu for a more substantial meal.
- A squeeze of lime juice at the end adds a bright flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg