Peanut Noodles with Fresh Vegetables
Spring is in the air, and what better way to celebrate the season's freshness than with a delectable and vibrant dinner option? My Peanut Noodles with Vegetables is not just a feast for your taste buds, but a celebration of colors and textures on your plate.
Ingredients:
2 cups snap peas, halved and blanched
1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
2 large carrots, shaved into ribbons
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 small red onion or 1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup peanuts, roughly chopped
Rice or buckwheat noodles
Peanut Sauce:
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
1 tablespoon maple syrup
Hot sauce to taste (Mina brand Harissa recommended)
Juice of 1-2 limes
1 tablespoon grated ginger
Combine the above ingredients and adjust consistency with 2-4 tablespoons of water, one at a time, until you achieve a creamy dressing-like consistency.
Instructions:
Prepare the Vegetables: Cut and blanch the snap peas. Shave the carrots into ribbons, thinly slice the red bell pepper, and chop the red onion or scallions. Roughly chop the peanuts and set everything aside.
Make the Peanut Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, tamari or soy sauce, maple syrup, hot sauce, lime juice, and grated ginger. Adjust the consistency by adding water gradually until you achieve a creamy salad dressing-like texture.
Boil the Rice Noodles: Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Rinse them under cold water once done.
Combine and Serve: In a large bowl, toss the cooked noodles with the peanut sauce until well-coated. Fold in the blanched snap peas, shaved carrots, sliced red bell pepper, red onion or scallions, and chopped peanuts. Garnish with fresh mint.
Voila! Your Spring Peanut Noodles with Vegetables are ready to be enjoyed.
Indulge in the flavors and textures of spring with this easy-to-make and incredibly delicious Peanut Noodles recipe. Packed with vibrant vegetables, a creamy peanut sauce, and a touch of mint, this dish is a perfect way to welcome the season. Prepare to be delighted as you savor the freshness of spring in every bite. Enjoy!
