Chow Mein Noodle Snack
Get ready to elevate your snack game with this irresistible Chow Mein Noodle Snack recipe! Perfectly crunchy chow mein noodles are tossed with roasted peanuts and coated in a savory-sweet glaze made with soy sauce, butter, brown sugar, and a hint of garlic and onion powder. A touch of crushed red pepper flakes adds just the right amount of heat, while optional sesame seeds bring a nutty crunch to every bite. This quick and easy snack comes together in just 15 minutes and is ideal for casual munching, party spreads, or an afternoon pick-me-up. Bursting with bold flavors and satisfying textures, this snack will quickly become your go-to!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Chow mein noodles
- 1 cup Peanuts (roasted, unsalted)
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium heat.
Step 2
Melt the butter in the skillet and add the soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir until the sugar is melted and the ingredients are well combined.
Step 3
Add the chow mein noodles and roasted peanuts to the skillet. Toss to coat them evenly with the sauce.
Step 4
Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the noodles are lightly toasted and the sauce is absorbed.
Step 5
If using sesame seeds, sprinkle them over the mixture and stir to combine.
Step 6
Remove the skillet from heat and let the mixture cool for a few minutes.
Step 7
Serve immediately or transfer to an airtight container for later. Enjoy your crunchy, flavorful snack!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (457.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2383.8 |
| Total Fat 173.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 35.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 38.6g | |
| Cholesterol 65.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2152.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 165.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.1g | |
| Protein 65.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 4.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 263.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1492.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories