Peanut butter noodles are going to become your go-to recipe once you realize how easy they are to prepare and how irresistible their flavor is. All you need to make this scrumptious peanut dressing are a few basic staples that you probably already have in your pantry. This dressing pairs well with anyAsian noodle, so choose your favorite and enjoy!
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil or other neutral oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 scallions or 1 small leek (white and green parts), finely chopped
- 1 tbsp superfine sugar
- 1 tbsp gochugaru (ground or flakes)
- 2 tbsp light soy sauce
- 3 tbsp peanut butter
- 3.5 ounces (100g) wheat noodles (such as ramen)
Garnish
- 1 scallion or small leek (green parts only), thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp crushed peanuts
Instructions
- To make the dressing, heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and scallions and cook until they begin to brown. Add ¼ cup (60 ml) water, the sugar, gochugaru, soy sauce, and peanut butter. Stir to create a smooth and creamy consistency. Remove from the heat, pour into a large bowl, and set aside to cool.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the noodles according to the package instructions until tender, 2 to 5 minutes.(Or follow the directions on page 20 if you are using homemade udon noodles.) Drain, then rinse under cold water to prevent the noodles from cooking further, until they are cold to the touch. Drain well.
- Add the noodles to the dressing and mix well. If the dressing is too thick, add a little more water.
- Garnish with the sliced scallion and crushed peanuts and serve.