Midnight Sesame Peanut Noodles

Satisfy your late-night cravings with these quick and flavorful Midnight Sesame Peanut Noodles! This easy recipe combines tender spaghetti or ramen noodles with a rich, creamy peanut sauce infused with the umami of soy sauce, the nuttiness of sesame oil, and the tangy lift of rice vinegar. Finished with a hint of honey (or maple syrup for a vegan twist) and a kick of sriracha, this dish strikes the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and spicy. Top it off with crunchy peanuts, toasted sesame seeds, and fresh scallions for added texture and a gourmet touch. Ready in just 20 minutes, this comforting noodle dish is a perfect choice for a speedy meal, a midnight snack, or whenever you’re craving bold, irresistible flavors. Include optional veggies like shredded carrots or cucumbers for a fresh, vibrant twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 8 oz spaghetti or dried ramen noodles
• 3 tbsp peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1.5 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tsp rice vinegar
• 2 tsp honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
• 1 tsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ginger, grated
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
• 2 tbsp crushed peanuts, for garnish
• 1 cup optional vegetables (e.g., shredded carrots, julienned cucumbers)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the noodles according to package instructions. Reserve 1/4 cup of the cooking water, then drain the noodles and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, garlic, and ginger until smooth. If the mixture is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of the reserved noodle cooking water to loosen it.

Step 3

Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings as needed—add more soy sauce for saltiness, more sriracha for spice, or more honey for sweetness.

Step 4

Toss the cooked noodles with the sauce until evenly coated. If desired, mix in the optional vegetables for added texture and freshness.

Step 5

Divide the noodles into bowls and top each serving with sliced scallions, toasted sesame seeds, crushed peanuts, and additional sriracha, if desired.

Step 6

Serve immediately and enjoy your Midnight Sesame Peanut Noodles!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(668.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1120.4

Total Fat 58.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2019.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 122.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.5g	0%
Total Sugars 30.2g
Protein 37.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 240.6mg	0%
Iron 6.1mg	0%
Potassium 1589.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.0%

Protein: 12.9%

Carbs: 42.1%