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Spicy Coconut Noodles

Spicy Coconut Noodles: Quick, Creamy Comfort Awaits

Spicy Coconut Noodles offer a rich and creamy vegan-friendly meal that can be customized to your spice level, ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai, Vegan
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 200 g Rice Noodles Can be substituted with soba or udon.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tbsp Ginger Grated.
  • 2 tbsp Red Curry Paste
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce Use gluten-free if necessary.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
  • 1 can Coconut Milk
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth Can substitute with water.
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice
  • 1 tsp Chili Flakes Adjust to taste.
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions
For Extra Creaminess
  • 2 tbsp Peanut Butter Can substitute with almond or cashew butter.
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha Sauce

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • large pan or wok
  • Stirring Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Prepare the Rice Noodles. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add rice noodles, and cook according to package instructions for 4–5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Sauté Aromatics. In a large pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and grated ginger for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add the Curry Paste. Stir in red curry paste and cook for 1-2 minutes until aromatic.
  4. Step 4: Mix in Sauces. Pour in soy sauce and sesame oil, stirring to combine. Simmer for 1 minute.
  5. Step 5: Incorporate Coconut Milk. Gradually add coconut milk and vegetable broth, stirring until smooth. Simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Adjust Seasoning and Simmer. Stir in brown sugar, lime juice, and chili flakes. Season to taste and simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  7. Step 7: Combine Noodles with Sauce. Add drained rice noodles to the pan and toss well, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Step 8: Add Creaminess and Heat. Stir in peanut butter and Sriracha sauce, mixing until fully incorporated.
  9. Step 9: Final Taste Check. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary, allowing noodles and sauce to meld for a couple more minutes.
  10. Step 10: Serve and Garnish. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 85gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store leftovers separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days in the fridge. The sauce can be frozen for up to 2 months.

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