Ever get the craving for some really yummy Thai food? I know I do. Since we have relocated we have yet to find a great Thai restaurant in our new hometown. That could potentially be due to the fact that we don't eat out a lot, but I digress.
First off, don't be scared by the name of this meal. I was slightly intimidated by the idea of it myself initially, but I gave it a go anyway. I know that the first time I made it and my kids asked the all important question, "What are we having for supper?" and I answered by telling them that we were having Peanut Butter Noodles...I was met with faces and sounds of disgust. I can assure you that this meal is far from disgusting, and in fact, my kids eat it happily. (As do I and my hubby. Yum.)
Secondly, you CAN cook Thai food. It is really very easy, and this meal especially is quick and painless. ;) Don't doubt yourself here. Expand your palate...you may find that this meal becomes a regular in your household.
Without further ado, here is my go to recipe when I'm craving Thai food.
Thai Peanut Butter Noodles
Ingredients:
1 pound Rice Noodles
1 cup Coconut Milk
1/2 cup Water
1/4 Maple Syrup
1/4 Soy Sauce
1/2 Peanut Butter (we prefer creamy, but you can use chunky too)
1 teaspoon Chili-Garlic Sauce
3 cloves Garlic (minced)
2 tablespoons Lime Juice
1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
3 Scallions (thinly sliced)
2 Carrots (peeled and shredded)
1/2 cup Peanuts
2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped for garnish)
Directions:
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add Rice Noodles and cook about 5-8 minutes.
2. Drain noodles, rinse with cold water, return to pot.
3. Make sauce by combining Coconut Milk, Water, Maple Syrup, Soy Sauce, Peanut Butter, Chili-Garlic Sauce, and Garlic in medium saucepan. Let cook over medium heat, whisking frequently, until sauce thickens just a bit.
4. Remove sauce from heat and add in Lime Juice and Sesame Oil.
5. Pour sauce into cooked noodles and toss to combine. Add in Scallions and Carrots.
6. Garnish with Peanuts and Cilantro and enjoy!
Talk about easy and quick! I would love to hear if you've tried this recipe and how you liked it. Let me know!
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saddas
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