Spicy Thai Pasta

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this bold and flavorful Spicy Thai Pasta! Combining tender spaghetti or linguine with a creamy coconut milk and peanut butter sauce infused with red curry paste, lime juice, and a touch of brown sugar, this dish perfectly balances spicy, savory, and slightly sweet flavors. Sautéed carrots and red bell peppers add vibrant color and crunch, while garlic, ginger, and red chili flakes bring a fragrant, zesty kick. Topped with fresh cilantro, green onions, and crushed peanuts for the perfect garnish, this 35-minute recipe is a quick and easy way to enjoy Thai-inspired comfort food at home. Ideal for spice lovers looking for a satisfying, plant-based meal, it’s sure to be a hit at your dining table!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti or linguine
• 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat)
• 1 tbsp creamy peanut butter
• 2 tbsp red curry paste
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp brown sugar
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ginger, grated
• 1 tsp red chili flakes
• 1 large carrot, julienned
• 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 3 green onions, chopped
• 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 tbsp crushed peanuts for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, peanut butter, red curry paste, soy sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar. Set the sauce mixture aside.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the red chili flakes, julienned carrot, and sliced red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp.

Step 5

Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet, stirring well to combine with the vegetables. Simmer on low heat for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing gently to coat it evenly with the spicy Thai sauce.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped green onions and cilantro over the pasta.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with crushed peanuts for added crunch. Enjoy your Spicy Thai Pasta!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1253.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1628.0

Total Fat 90.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1970.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 177.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.9g	0%
Total Sugars 33.6g
Protein 44.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 379.3mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 2643.9mg	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: 47.8%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 41.7%