Nani's Creamy Peanut Butter Ramen
This savory and nutty noodle bowl is my favorite quick fix for a busy weeknight.
recipesbynani.comPeanut butter ramen is a wonderful surprise that tastes like a cozy shortcut to restaurant style noodles. The creamy peanut base balances perfectly with spicy chili, savory garlic, and fresh ginger for a meal that feels special without any fuss.
My top tip is to save a little bit of the hot noodle water to stir into your sauce at the end. It makes the texture extra silky and helps the sauce coat every single strand of those noodles.
🧺 Ingredients
- 2 packs of ramen noodles, discard the seasoning packets
- 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce or sriracha
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons hot noodle water
- 1 green onion, sliced
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Boil the ramen noodles according to the package directions, but make sure to reserve 2 tablespoons of the starchy cooking water before you drain them.
- 2
While the noodles are cooking, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil in a medium bowl.
- 3
Add the hot noodle water to the peanut mixture and stir until it becomes a smooth, pourable sauce.
- 4
Toss the cooked noodles directly into the bowl with the sauce until they are fully coated.
- 5
Top your bowl with fresh green onions and sesame seeds before serving warm.
💡 Tips
Serve these noodles immediately while they are hot for the best texture. If you have leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the fridge and add a splash of water when reheating. You can also toss in some cooked shrimp or steamed broccoli to make it a more filling meal.
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