Thai Peanut Sauce Noodles with Shrimp
This dish is a flavorful and satisfying blend of sweet, salty, and spicy flavors. The creamy peanut sauce coats the tender shrimp and noodles, creating a truly addictive meal. It’s quick and easy to make, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces rice noodles
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts, for garnish
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Green onions, for garnish
Cooking Guide:
- Cook the shrimp: In a large skillet, sauté shrimp in a little oil until pink and cooked through. Set aside.
- Prepare the noodles: Cook rice noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to prevent sticking.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, rice vinegar, honey, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
- Combine: Toss cooked noodles and shrimp with the peanut sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped peanuts, fresh cilantro, and green onions.
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use roasted peanuts for the garnish.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your desired spice level.
- Serve with a side of lime wedges for an extra zing.
- You can add other vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, or snap peas to the dish for extra nutrients and texture.
- For a vegan or vegetarian version, omit the shrimp and add tofu or tempeh.
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