It’s very rare that I post things here on the blog that Andy won’t eat. The last thing I need is a fridge full of delicious things that I can’t at least share with him.
So- you likely will never see too many recipes with nuts in them in these parts. He’s one of those people that feels like nuts ruin all baked goods, and while I love a pecan pie or an occasional walnut-filled chocolate chip cookie- I generally keep nuts out of what’s on the blog.
Now, peanut butter is a different story…Andy loves it- but only in sweet things. I, however, can’t get enough of the spicy, peanut, sesame combo.
I love pad thai, peanut based curries and….you guessed it- cold peanut noodles. In fact- I love them so much that I didn’t mind making a whole batch all for myself.
This dish would be perfect for summer picnics or cookouts, since it is served cold and doesn’t have any mayo or other perishable ingredients as a base. For those hot nights when you don’t feel like cooking or eating something hot- this is perfect.
I used my absolute favorite- soba noodles, but rice noodles or even regular spaghetti would work.
The sauce is super creamy, spicy and full of flavor. The addition of cucumber and peppers add some much needed crunch and the end result is something truly delicious. Your new favorite summer lunch is served!
- 1 lb soba, rice or other thin noodles- cooked, and cooled
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Sriracha or 1 tablespoon Szechwan chili paste*
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon grated peeled ginger
- 1 small cucumber
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 green onion
- sesame seeds for garnish, (optional)
- Dice the cucumber and bell pepper. Thinly slice the green onion, separating the white and green parts. Set aside.
- In a large bowl whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, Sriracha, vinegar, and sesame oil.
- Add the noodles and toss to combine. Stir in the cucumber, red pepper and the white parts of the onion. Toss thoroughly until the noodles are evenly coated. Garnish with the green parts of the onion and sesame seeds.
- Chill before serving. Noodles will last up to a week in the fridge.
Elisa @ Insalata di Sillabe says
June 25, 2014 at 6:32 amI’m not a fun of nuts either and here in Italy peanut butter is still quite unknown actually, but this recipe looks delicious and refreshing and summery! I think it’s worth at least a try, right?!
xo, Elisa
Annie @ Annie's City Kitchen says
June 25, 2014 at 12:21 pmLOVE this flavor combo! It just tastes so satisfying. I like a warm version of this too, with some chicken, broccoli or snap peas tossed in.
Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar says
June 25, 2014 at 12:32 pmI love noodles like this!! So yummy!
KellyL says
June 25, 2014 at 1:11 pmI CANNOT wait to try this.
tara says
June 25, 2014 at 1:20 pmThis looks delicious!
I’m in the mindset of nuts ruining things like cookies and brownies, but pecan pie is my favorite, so Andy needs to get on board (because I said so, obvi). :)
Liz @ The Lemon Bowl says
June 25, 2014 at 2:22 pmThis is my kind of meal – LOVE!
Courtney @ Neighborfood says
June 25, 2014 at 3:32 pmI have been loving the peanut sesame noodle thing lately too. It adds just the right amount of sweetness and creaminess. I could eat these every day for lunch!
amanda @ fake ginger says
June 25, 2014 at 6:04 pmMmm, I love peanut noodles! I never make them because my husband and kids don’t like them but I should probably just make some for myself!
Sue says
June 28, 2014 at 10:03 amIn process for today’s dinner. Can’t wait
Nicole @ Culinary Cool says
June 28, 2014 at 10:57 pmI, too, am a huge fan of peanuts in savory dishes. The more the merrier. I think I may have found my new potluck dish!
Francesca Catanuso says
June 30, 2014 at 1:22 pmThis IS perfect BBQ food – super portable and always ready for extra kick for spice-aholics like moi.
Cheers!
Jenny says
October 23, 2017 at 2:35 pmI was distracted by my little ones and forgot to let the noodles cool before I mixed everything. They are so dry now. What could I do to fix them? (I’m a sad, tired, pregnant SAHM who is super hungry.) Thanks so much
Audra says
October 26, 2017 at 9:54 pmFOr future reference you can always add a little more soy sauce or a dash of sesame oil :)