Name: Peanut Butter NoodlesChilli and Garlic
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients: 4 packets (4x100g) instant noodles; 1L chicken or vegetable stock; 1 tsp chilli flakes; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp pepper; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 4 cloves garlic (minced); 4 spring onions (scallions); 4 tbsp smooth peanut butter; 2 tbsp soy sauce

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These Peanut Butter Noodles with a kick of chilli and garlic are sure to become a regular favourite for a quick and easy dinner!

Craving a quick and delicious meal after a long day? These Peanut Butter Noodles with garlic and chilli are the perfect solution—ready in under 10 minutes and easily adaptable for one or four!

Crafted with ingredients you likely have on hand like peanut butter, soy sauce, chili flakes, instant noodles and fresh garlic. These noodles are perfectly complemented by a garnish of spring onions for a burst of freshness.

Peanut Butter Noodles with a kick of chilli and garlic. Prepare in just less than 10 minutes!

What type of noodles do you use for this Peanut Butter Noodle recipe?

For this Peanut Butter Noodle recipe, I highly recommend using instant noodles. They're conveniently portioned, budget-friendly if you avoid the top brands and often something you already have in your cupboard.

This makes it easy to adjust the recipe to serve just one person by using a quarter of each ingredient amount, or to make more by using additional noodle packets and adjusting the ingredients accordingly.

You can also substitute with ramen or egg noodles; simply follow the same instructions and use the same quantities as you would for instant noodles.

Can I store the leftover Peanut Butter Noodles in the fridge for later?

Yes, the Peanut Butter Noodles can be stored in the fridge. However, I recommend only mixing the amount of noodles you plan to serve with the sauce.

Store any leftover sauce separately in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Let the sauce cool completely before refrigerating.

When you're ready to eat the leftovers, you can either reheat the noodles and sauce together or cook fresh noodles and toss them with the chilled sauce, which will warm up from the hot noodles.

What if I wanted just one portion and not four?

If you want to make just one portion instead of four, this Peanut Butter Noodles recipe is perfect for that. The original recipe is designed for four servings using four packets of instant noodles.

To make just one portion, simply use one packet of noodles and reduce the other ingredients to a quarter of the original amounts. To make this easier, I've outlined the process for preparing a single serving below.

Ingredients:

1 packet (100g) instant noodles
1 1/2 tsp vegetable oil
1 clove minced garlic
1 tbsp smooth peanut butter
1 1/2 tsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
1/4 tsp chilli flakes
1/4 tsp salt and pepper
1 spring onion (scallion)

Instructions:

In a saucepan, bring the stock to a boil and add the noodles. Cook for no longer than 3 minutes. Stir in the sesame oil, salt & pepper and half of the chilli flakes, then set aside.
In a separate pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and half of the spring onions, cooking for 30 seconds. Stir in the peanut butter and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Combine the sauce with the noodles and serve hot, topped with extra spring onions (scallions) and chilli flakes. Enjoy delicious Peanut Butter Noodles!

Can you use chicken or vegetable stock made with stock cubes?

For this recipe, I used chicken stock using stock cubes. It was convenient and that is what this recipes is all about: convenience and of course flavour.

When I have it on hand, I do prefer homemade stock like this Chinese chicken stock. If you want a vegetarian option, just leave out the chicken and add more of the veggies.

Make these Peanut Butter Noodles your own...

Make this recipe your own with a few simple tweaks! Swap out peanut butter for almond or cashew butter for a different nutty flavor. Adjust the chilli flakes to your taste—add more for extra heat or reduce for a milder kick.

Feel free to mix in your favourite veggies, like bell peppers or snap peas, for added crunch and nutrition. This quick and easy Peanut Butter Noodles recipe is fully customisable, so get creative and make it perfect for you!

Tasty Toppings to Elevate Your Peanut Butter Noodles

Transform your peanut butter noodles with a variety of toppings! Drizzle with XO sauce for a bold, flavourful boost or add chilli crisp for an extra layer of heat and crunch. Garnish with fresh coriander, chopped peanuts or a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added texture and flavour.

For a tangy twist, a splash of lime juice can brighten up the dish or a touch of sriracha can enhance the taste even further. Experiment with these toppings to create your perfect bowl of noodles!

Pro Tips:

Quick Cooking: Drain the noodles promptly after cooking to keep them al dente and prevent them from becoming mushy.

Smooth Sauce: Use smooth peanut butter and add a little extra hot water or broth if the sauce is too thick for a perfect, creamy consistency.

Balanced Flavour: Start with a small amount of chilli flakes and adjust to taste and always sauté garlic until just fragrant to avoid bitterness.

Step by step photographs...

ingredients for peanut butter noodles — Prepare your ingredients before you begin. You will save time this way!

chicken stock in a pan simmering — In a saucepan, bring the stock to a boil.

noodles simmering in a pan — Add the noodles and cook for no longer than 3 minutes (they will continue cooking when they are set aside).

seasoning added to the noodles — Stir in the sesame oil, salt & pepper and half of the chilli flakes, then set aside.

sautéing garlic and onion in a pan — In a separate pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and half of the spring onions, cooking for 30 seconds.

adding the sauce ingredients to the pan for peanut butter noodles — Stir in the peanut butter and soy sauce and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

combining the sauce and the noodles for peanut butter noodles — Combine the sauce with the noodles and serve hot.

Like this Peanut Butter Noodles recipe? You might also like to try:

Chicken Lo Mein
Beef Chow Mein
Chilli Oil Noodles
Dan Dan Noodles
Thai Drunken Noodles With Chicken
Black Bean Noodles
Chicken Miso Ramen
Duck Pho
Bo Kho - Vietnamese Beef Stew
Chicken Curry Ramen
Beef Khao Soi
Thai Rice Noodle Salad with Prawns and Pork

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Yield: 4

Peanut Butter NoodlesChilli and Garlic

Peanut Butter Noodles are a quick and creamy dish with a kick of garlic and chili, perfect for an easy weekday meal in minutes!

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

4 packets (4x100g) instant noodles
1L chicken or vegetable stock
1 tsp chilli flakes
1 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
2 tbsp vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic (minced)
4 spring onions (scallions)
4 tbsp smooth peanut butter
2 tbsp soy sauce

Instructions

In a saucepan, bring the stock to a boil and add the noodles. Cook for no longer than 3 minutes. Stir in the sesame oil, salt & pepper and half of the chili flakes, then set aside.
In a separate pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and half of the spring onions, cooking for 30 seconds. Stir in the peanut butter and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Combine the sauce with the noodles and serve hot, topped with extra spring onions (scallions) and chili flakes. Enjoy!