Thai Peanut Noodles
4 servings
30 minutes
Thai-style peanut noodles are the essence of Thai cuisine, where flavor harmony is achieved through the combination of sweet, spicy, salty, and nutty notes. Historically, Thais skillfully mix fresh vegetables, sauces, and spices to create dishes that awaken all taste receptors. Aromatic peanut sauce, tender rice noodles, and crunchy vegetables make this dish perfect for both lunch and a light dinner. The addition of peanuts adds texture and richness while sesame oil provides a subtle Eastern aroma. This dish not only delights the palate but also offers a sense of comfort and satisfaction. The simple preparation process and accessible ingredients make it a great choice for those wanting to dive into Thai gastronomy without leaving home.
1
Prepare the sauce. Chop ginger and garlic in a blender, add peanut butter (1 tbsp), tahini, vinegar, soy sauce, chili sauce, sugar, and blend until smooth. Pour in warm water and lightly whisk.
- Ginger root: 20 g
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Peanut oil: 3 tablespoons
- Tahini: 2 tablespoons
- Wine vinegar: 0.3 glass
- Soy sauce: 3 tablespoons
- Sweet chili sauce: 1 teaspoon
- Sugar: 1 tablespoon
- Water: 0.3 glass
2
Cook the noodles until done. Drain in a colander. Return to the pot, drizzle with sesame oil, and mix.
- Wide rice noodles (ho fun): 200 g
- Sesame oil: 3 tablespoons
3
Sauté the sliced cucumber, carrot, and bell pepper for about 5 minutes.
- Cucumbers: 1 piece
- Bell pepper: 1 piece
- Carrot: 2 pieces
4
Add nut sauce to the vegetables and mix. Cover with a lid and let it sit for 5 minutes. Serve in bowls, sprinkled with peanuts.
- Peanuts: 50 g