20-Minute Dinners
Rice Noodles with Peanut Sauce
This express Thai-style noodle dish is a real lifesaver when you crave something exotic, filling, and quick. Thin rice noodles soak up a rich, creamy sauce made from peanut butter, savory soy sauce, fragrant honey, and refreshing lime juice in just minutes. The sauce is incredibly deep in flavor, perfectly balancing nutty creaminess, a touch of tang, sweetness, and savoriness. Crunchy fresh carrots and juicy cucumbers add a pleasant coolness and textual contrast. These noodles are equally delicious served warm or cold, making them a versatile choice for lunch or dinner.
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Recipe overview
- Total time
- 15 min
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cooking
- 5 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Cuisine
- 20-Minute Dinners
Nutrition
per serving
- Calories
- 460 kcal
- Protein
- 12 g
- Fat
- 19 g
- Carbs
- 63 g
- Fiber
- 4 g
Step by step
Method
- 01
Soak or boil the rice noodles according to package instructio…
Soak or boil the rice noodles according to package instructions until tender but firm, then drain and rinse with cool water.
- 02
In a deep bowl, combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey,…
In a deep bowl, combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, and lime juice, whisking vigorously while adding a little hot water until smooth and creamy.
- 03
Cut the cleaned carrot and cucumber into thin julienne strips…
Cut the cleaned carrot and cucumber into thin julienne strips or shred them using a mandoline so they mix well with the noodles.
- 04
Add the cooked noodles and shredded vegetables to the bowl wi…
Add the cooked noodles and shredded vegetables to the bowl with the peanut sauce and toss thoroughly until everything is evenly coated.
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Useful advice
Cooking tip
If the peanut butter is too thick, add a couple of tablespoons of the hot noodle cooking water to the sauce; the starchy water helps create a silky texture.
How to serve
When serving, garnish the noodles with a handful of chopped roasted peanuts, cilantro leaves, and a lime wedge for extra freshness.
How to store
Store in a container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Rice noodles absorb moisture quickly, so you can sprinkle the leftovers with a little warm water or soy sauce before serving.
Note
Both thin rice noodles (vermicelli) and wider Pad Thai-style noodles work perfectly for this recipe.
