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Easy Thai Noodles Recipe

Easy Thai Noodles Recipe

These easy Thai-inspired peanut noodles are tossed in a creamy, tangy, slightly spicy sauce and loaded with colorful veggies. Ready in about 25 minutes—perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 12 oz rice noodles flat or stir-fry style
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 cup carrot, matchsticks
  • 1 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 0.5 cup green onions, sliced
  • 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 0.25 cup low-sodium soy sauce use tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
  • 1 tsp sriracha more to taste
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1.5 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 0.25 cup warm water to thin the sauce
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 0.25 cup roasted peanuts, chopped for garnish
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds optional, for garnish

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Cook noodles according to package directions until just tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking; set aside.
  • In a bowl, whisk peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sriracha, sesame oil, lime juice, and warm water until smooth and pourable.
  • Prep vegetables: slice the bell pepper, cut carrots into matchsticks, and slice green onions and chop cilantro.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high. Add garlic and ginger; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 0.5 minute.
  • Add carrots and bell pepper; stir-fry until slightly tender-crisp, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add drained noodles to the pan. Pour in the peanut sauce and toss continuously until the noodles are evenly coated and heated through, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Remove from heat. Toss in green onions and half the cilantro. If the sauce seems thick, splash in a bit more warm water to loosen.
  • Serve topped with remaining cilantro, chopped peanuts, and sesame seeds. Taste and adjust lime or sriracha as desired.

Notes

Make it gluten-free by using rice noodles and tamari. For extra protein, add cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu. Leftovers keep up to 2 days; loosen with a splash of warm water before reheating.