Satay-style peanut butter noodles

Peanut butter is not just for sandwiches; it is a cornerstone of Asian cuisine (think satay sauce). Its creamy, fatty texture perfectly coats the slippery rice noodles, while soy sauce and vinegar ensure a balance of flavours (salty, sour, sweet, umami).
🕒 Prep Time 10 mins
🍳 Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 20 mins
🍽️ Servings 2 servings
🔥 Calories 550 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Asian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Large bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Frying pan or wok
  • Whisk

Allergen Information

⚠️ Peanuts
⚠️ Soya
⚠️ Sesame

Instructions

1

Soak the rice noodles in hot water until soft (follow pack instructions). Drain and rinse.

Tip: Rice noodles don't need 'cooking' in the traditional sense, just rehydrating.
2

Whisk the sauce ingredients (peanut butter, soy, vinegar, honey, ginger, garlic, oil, water) until smooth.

Tip: Warm water helps dissolve the peanut butter to get a uniform emulsion.
3

Heat the sauce in the pan for a minute, then toss in the noodles.

Tip: The heat thickens the sauce and helps it cling to the noodles better.
4

Serve sprinkled with sesame seeds and greens.

Tip: The crunch of fresh onion and coriander is needed alongside the creamy noodles.

Recipe FAQ

Why did the noodles clump together?
Rice noodles release a lot of starch. After cooking, rinse immediately with cold water and toss with oil if not using straight away.

Ingredients

  • 200 g Rice noodles
  • 3 tbsp Peanut butter (smooth)
  • 2 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Honey
  • 1 tsp Fresh ginger (grated)
  • 1 clove Garlic (crushed)
  • 1 tsp Sesame oil
  • 50 ml Warm water
  • 1 tbsp Sesame seeds
  • 1 bunch Fresh coriander
  • 2 stalks Spring onions