Ted Allen's Sesame Peanut Noodles

Bring bold, nutty flavors to your table with Ted Allen's Sesame Peanut Noodles—a quick and delicious dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or a satisfying lunch! This recipe combines tender spaghetti or Chinese wheat noodles with a luscious peanut butter sauce infused with soy sauce, sesame oil, and a kick of sriracha for a tantalizing blend of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors. Fresh julienned carrots, crisp red bell peppers, and herbs like cilantro and green onions add vibrant color and crunch, while toasted sesame seeds and optional crushed peanuts enhance the texture. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this Asian-inspired noodle recipe that’s as versatile as it is flavorful—serve it chilled, at room temperature, or with lime wedges for a citrusy twist. Perfect for noodle lovers, peanut enthusiasts, and fans of easy homemade sauces!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti or Chinese wheat noodles
• 0.5 cup peanut butter (creamy or natural)
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 3 tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp honey or sugar
• 1 tbsp sriracha or chili paste
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp ginger, minced
• 0.25 cup water
• 1 cup carrots, julienned
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 3 green onions, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
• 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 0.25 cup crushed peanuts (optional)
• 4 lime wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Cook the spaghetti or noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water, then set aside.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey (or sugar), sriracha, garlic, ginger, and water until smooth and well combined. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked noodles with the peanut sauce, ensuring all the noodles are evenly coated.

Step 4

Toss in the julienned carrots, sliced red bell pepper, and half of the green onions. Mix gently to distribute the vegetables throughout the noodles.

Step 5

Transfer the noodles to a serving platter or individual bowls.

Step 6

Garnish with the remaining green onions, chopped cilantro, toasted sesame seeds, and crushed peanuts if using.

Step 7

Serve chilled or at room temperature with lime wedges on the side for a zesty finish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1125.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2072.8

Total Fat 118.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3305.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 202.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.8g	0%
Total Sugars 51.0g
Protein 72.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 440.6mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 2625.1mg	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: 49.2%

Protein: 13.4%

Carbs: 37.3%