The Best Peanut Noodles
These peanut noodles were born out of my love for peanut sauce, mint, and cucumber combined. It’s quick (practically no-cook!), fresh, and so simple to make. Perfect for a hot summer meal when you don’t want to cook but are sick of salads.
Servings 6 people
Ingredients
For the Peanut Noodles
- 10-14 oz lo mein noodles
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- ½ cup cilantro, chopped
- ¼ cup mint, chopped
- 3 scallions, sliced
For the Sauce
- ¼ cup peanut butter
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- juice of 1 lime
Toppings
- crushed peanuts
- white or black sesame seeds
- sriracha (or other hot sauce)
Instructions
- In medium saucepan, fill with water. Boil water and cook noodles according to package instructions.
- Meanwhile, prepare the sauce. Add all sauce ingredients to a bowl or jar and stir or shake to combine. Set aside.
- Prepare the veg and herbs. Shred cabbage, chop cucumber, cilantro, mint, and scallion. Chop the peanuts.
- Once noodles are cooked, drain and rinse with cold water.
- Add noodles to a large bowl, add the cabbage, cucumber, and all the herbs. Slightly toss to comibe. Add the peanut sauce over the top, and toss to combine. Plate noodles and top with crushed peanuts, sesame seeds, and sriacha. Enjoy!