Spicy and creamy chili peanut noodles 🍜
Spicy and creamy chili peanut noodles 🍜 is a easy Asian recipe that serves 2. 410 calories per serving. Recipe by Iankewks on YouTube.
Prep: 15 min | Cook: 8 min | Total: 33 min
Cost: $2.60 total, $1.30 per serving
Ingredients
- 200 g Dry Wheat Noodles (any thin Asian noodle such as lo mein or spaghetti)
- 2 Tbsp Peanut Butter (smooth, unsweetened)
- 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce (regular or low‑sodium)
- 1 Tbsp Granulated Sugar (balances saltiness)
- 1 tsp Sesame Oil (toasted sesame oil for flavor)
- 1 tsp Red Chili Flakes (adjust to heat preference)
- 3 Tbsp Hot Water (just boiled)
- 2 Scallions (thinly sliced)
- 2 Tbsp Fresh Cilantro (chopped)
Instructions
Cook the Noodles
Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil, add the dry noodles and cook according to the package directions, usually 6‑8 minutes, until al dente.
Time: PT8M
Temperature: 212°F
Rinse and Drain
Drain the noodles in a colander and briefly rinse under cold running water to stop cooking and keep the texture chewy.
Time: PT1M
Prepare the Peanut Sauce
In a mixing bowl combine peanut butter, soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, chili flakes and hot water. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Time: PT3M
Toss Noodles with Sauce
Add the drained noodles to the bowl of sauce. Toss with the whisk or spoon until every strand is evenly coated.
Time: PT2M
Garnish and Serve
Transfer the coated noodles to a serving bowl, sprinkle chopped scallions and cilantro on top, and serve immediately.
Time: PT1M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 410
- Protein
- 12g
- Carbohydrates
- 55g
- Fat
- 15g
- Fiber
- 3g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Can be made vegan with vegan noodles and no honey in sugar
Allergens: Peanuts, Soy, Gluten
Last updated: April 17, 2026








