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Garlicky Peanut Noodles

Garlicky Peanut Noodles

By Courtney HillNovember 9, 2022

  • Makes
    4 servings
  • Cook Time
    20 minutes
  • Rating

This Asian-inspired noodle dish comes together in a flash. We use peanut butter as a base for a rich, flavorful sauce, while soy sauce (or fish sauce) and miso provide a double-dose of umami, and chili-garlic sauce (or Sriracha) adds a bright hit of heat. The noodles are delicious warm or at room temperature, topped with garnishes of your choice; see the suggestions below. We especially like a drizzle of chili crisp, an oil-based condiment infused with red pepper flakes and other spices.

Ingredients
  • 12

    ounces linguine OR spaghetti OR dried lo mein

  • ¼

    cup crunchy OR creamy peanut butter

  • 3

    medium garlic cloves, finely grated

  • 2

    tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar

  • 2

    tablespoons soy sauce OR fish sauce

  • 1-2

    tablespoons chili-garlic sauce OR Sriracha sauce

  • 1

    tablespoon white miso

  • 4

    scallions, quartered lengthwise, then cut into 1-inch lengths

  • Kosher salt

  • Optional garnish: Chopped roasted peanuts OR cucumber matchsticks OR chili oil OR chili crisp

Step 1

In a large pot, bring 4 quarts water to a boil. Reserve ½ cup of the hot water; set aside. Add the pasta to the pot, then cook, stirring occasionally, until tender.

Step 2

Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, garlic, vinegar, soy sauce, chili-garlic sauce, miso and ¼ cup of the reserved water.

Step 3

When the pasta is done, drain and return to the pot. Off heat, add the peanut butter mixture and toss until evenly coated. If needed, add more of the reserved water 1 tablespoon at a time to thin the sauce. Stir in the scallions, then taste and season with salt.

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