Dive into a bowl of pure comfort with our Vegetarian Udon Noodles drizzled in a mouthwatering Spicy Peanut Sauce! This delectable dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also brings a burst of vibrant Asian flavors to your dining table. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a delightful meal with friends, this recipe is ready in just 25 minutes! With its creamy peanut sauce and tender udon noodles, you’ll be left craving more. Ready to impress your loved ones? Let’s get cooking!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- Udon noodles
- Peanut butter
- Soy sauce
- Rice vinegar
- Chili paste
- Garlic
- Vegetable broth
- Green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and prepare your mise en place by mincing the garlic, thinly slicing green onions, and measuring out all sauce components.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili paste, minced garlic, and vegetable broth until smooth and well combined. Set the sauce aside.
- Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add udon noodles and cook according to package instructions, typically 8-10 minutes, until they are tender but still have a slight bite.
- While noodles are cooking, heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Have your prepared sauce nearby.
- Once noodles are cooked, drain them thoroughly in a colander, then immediately transfer to the heated skillet.
- Pour the prepared spicy peanut sauce over the noodles and toss gently but thoroughly to ensure even coating.
- Cook the sauced noodles for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent sticking and to help the sauce slightly thicken.
- Remove from heat and transfer to serving plates or a large serving platter.
- Garnish generously with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds.
- Serve hot, optionally with additional chili paste on the side for those who prefer extra heat.
Tips
- Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, prepare all your ingredients. Mince the garlic, slice the green onions, and measure out your sauce components to streamline the cooking process.
- Perfect Noodles: Cook the udon noodles according to the package instructions, ensuring they are tender yet still have a slight bite, known as "al dente." This texture will hold up well when mixed with the sauce.
- Sauce Consistency: When whisking together the sauce ingredients, adjust the vegetable broth to achieve your desired consistency. If you prefer a thicker sauce, use less broth; for a thinner sauce, add a bit more.
- Heat Control: Keep the skillet at medium heat when adding the sauce to the noodles. This helps the sauce adhere better and prevents it from burning.
- Garnish Generously: Don’t skimp on the garnishes! Fresh green onions and toasted sesame seeds not only add flavor but also enhance the visual appeal of your dish.
- Customize Your Heat: If you enjoy a spicy kick, feel free to add more chili paste to the sauce or serve extra on the side for those who want to spice things up.
- Leftovers: This dish can be stored in the refrigerator for a couple of days. Reheat gently in a skillet, adding a splash of water or vegetable broth to loosen the sauce if needed.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: 15g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 0mg
