Easy Peanut Butter Ramen Noodles
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Easy Peanut Butter Ramen Noodles, a quick and satisfying dish that can be prepared in under 10 minutes. This creamy, mildly spicy recipe features perfectly cooked ramen noodles coated in a luscious peanut butter sauce, enhanced with a hint of sriracha for that extra kick. Whether you’re enjoying a speedy lunch or a late-night snack, this versatile noodle dish allows you to customize it with your choice of vegetables and proteins, making it a perfect fit for any occasion. Experience the rich taste and nourishing ingredients that will leave you craving more.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 pack (3 oz) dry instant ramen noodles (discard seasoning)
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter (natural)
- ½ tablespoon dark soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (to taste)
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt (to taste)
- ½ teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- Toppings: chopped green onion, crushed toasted peanuts, chopped fresh red chili (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the ramen noodles in boiling water until al dente; reserve ¼ cup of noodle water before draining.
- In a large bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, garlic powder, sriracha, honey, lemon juice, salt, and reserved noodle water until smooth.
- Adjust the flavor as desired by adding more sriracha or honey.
- Toss the drained noodles in the sauce until well coated; add chopped green onions and crushed peanuts.
- Garnish with additional green onion and chili if desired; serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 0mg