This Peanut Noodles recipe is a homemade version of my favorite Indonesian fried noodle dish from Noodles & Co. When I got the news that they were taking it off the menu, I was SO SAD! I knew I had to replicate all my favorite flavors of this dish at home. I knew the basic components: noodles, veggies, chicken, and peanut sauce, and I set out to make my own version! Luckily, it turned out just like it! This recipe even got my husband’s stamp of approval. In fact, he said “This is my favorite Thai noodle dish I have ever had! It’s even better than Noodles & Co!”
Ingredients in Peanut Noodles
First, please don’t be intimidated by the long list of ingredients. They’re basically pantry staples to add to or take out anything you like! It’s an extremely versatile dish with all kinds of substitutions. Here’s what you need:
2 pounds chicken – I like to use boneless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips. Vegetable oil – for sautéing the chicken. You can add a touch of sesame oil into the pan too, but remember that a little goes a long way with sesame oil. Sriracha chili sauce – one tablespoon, or ore depending on how spicy you like this dish. Lime juice – one whole lime or a tsp or so of lime juice from a bottle. Garlic – three whole cloves garlic, pressed Fresh ginger – one tablespoon, minced Soy sauce – four tablespoons, or a little more if you like the flavor. You can use low sodium soy sauce here too or any Indonesian sweet soy sauce you find in the Asian foods aisle at your grocery store. Salt & pepper – to taste Linguine noodles – 16 ounces. You can use ramen noodles, wheat noodles, stir-fried noodles, udon noodles, or just about any type of egg noodles you like. Boil them in a pot of water until al dente. Carrots – one cup shoestring cut carrots. Broccoli florets – two cups, chopped Green onion – about half a cup, or three whole green onions, finely chopped. Bean sprouts – one cup. You can also use rice noodles for crunch. Peanuts – for garnish 2 limes – sliced or cut into wedges for garnish
Additional Ingredients
Don’t have bean sprouts? Or Green onion? Simply switch out veggies for what you have in your fridge. This is such a versatile meal and each person’s bowl can look different! Toss in any or all of these substitutions:
Green bell peppers Shredded coconut Sesame seeds Tamari Snap peas Scallions or Shallots Mushrooms, sliced into bite-sized pieces Dried red peppers Diced yellow, orange or red bell pepper Red pepper flakes Soba noodles Red cabbage Drizzle of maple syrup for an extra sweet flavor to balance out the spice. Switch up your protein to include strips of beef, shrimp, pork, etc. Make it vegetarian by using tofu instead of chicken. Any fresh herbs you like – cilantro, parsley, basil. Dash of rice vinegar for a tangy zing.
For the Peanut Sauce
The star of this dish is the yummy peanut sauce. You’ll never get over the deliciousness! Here’s all you need:
Chicken broth Creamy peanut butter Sriracha or curry paste Honey Soy sauce Fresh minced ginger Garlic – pressed or minced
How to Make Peanut Sauce
Before I knew how to make peanut sauce, I was so intimidated by it! I was worried it would just end up tasting like peanut butter and not the sweet and savory sauce I like eating at my favorite restaurants. However, this peanut sauce recipe could not be easier and it turns out great every time! All you have to do is combine the ingredients in a sauce pan over medium heat to medium-high heat and stir until smooth! You can use a wok to assemble this meal, but I usually just make it right on the stovetop. Make sure there are no lumps or clumps. That’s it! Read More: 35+ Quick and Easy To Follow Dinner Ideas Your Family Will Surely Love
Other International Noodle Dishes to Try
If you like this Indonesian Peanut Sauté, check out some of our other noodle recipes from around the world!
Yakisoba (Japanese Stir-Fry Noodles) Authentic Hawaiian Macaroni Salad Nick’s Authentic Italian Spaghetti One-Pot Jambalaya Pasta Thai Peanut Chicken
How to Make Peanut Noodles
***Peanut Sauce recipe adapted from Our Best Bites
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Authentic Italian Spaghetti
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