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southeast asian peanut noodles

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Angel Slave
Hwd, FL

For authentic flavor, I use sambal oelek (a mixture made of chiles, brown sugar, & salt found in most ethnic groceries) in place of hot chili sauce. At the Oriental grocer I purchase 1 8 oz package of flat rice stick noodles (buckwheat if available)

(1 rating)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For southeast asian peanut noodles

  • 1 (8oz) pkg
    flat rice stick noodles
  • 1/4 c
    low-sodium teriyaki sauce
  • 4 Tbsp
    peanut butter, crunchy
  • 1/4 tsp
    hot chili sauce (oriental)
  • 2 tsp
    sesame oil
  • 6 clove
    garlic, minced (@ 2 tbl)
  • 2 Tbsp
    fresh ginger, minced
  • 4 c
    snow peas, trimmed
  • 1 8 oz pkg
    seasoned baked tofu, drained, cut into 3/4' cubes
  • 1/3 c
    chopped cilantro
  • 1 c
    chopped dry-roasted peanuts
  • 6
    lime wedges, for garnish

How To Make southeast asian peanut noodles

  • 1
    Basic Stir-Fry Cooking Principle: Preheat the skillet or pan on the stove (medium-high heat should work) for 3-4 minutes BEFORE adding the oil. This will allow the skillet the heat evwenly and keep food from sticking and burning
  • 2
    I am laying out the directions as though no one has access to the cooking condiment sambal oelick (the mix made of chiles, brown sugar, and salt). Those who have it - please use to taste...as the heat on this condiment is super high for many
  • 3
    Bring 6 cups of water to a boil in a non stick skillet (large wok - or spaghetti pot. Aded noodles stir to separate then cover and remove from heat. Let stand 6 minutes to soften. Drain & set aside.
  • 4
    Whisk together teriyaki sauce, 2 TBS hot water, PB & chill sauce in a small bowl.
  • 5
    If using a wok - now is the time to wipe it out,add sesame oil, and heat over medium-high heat. Add garlic and ginger, and stir fry 30 seconds. Add snow peas and fry for 3 minutes. Add tofu, and stir-fry 1 minute. Add teriyaki mixture and cook 2 minutes, or until sauce thickens, stirring occasionally.
  • 6
    Add noodles, and gently toss with fork 2-3 minutes, or until noodles are coated with sauce and heated through. Sprinkle with cilantro and peanuts.
  • 7
    Serve hot with lime wedges
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