Ingredients
- Instant noodles or regular pasta
- 2 tablespoons of peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes or hot sauce (adjust for spice level)
- 1 teaspoon cooking oil (olive oil or vegetable oil)
- Water (for boiling noodles)
Equipment Needed
- Medium pot
- Small sauce pan
- Mixing spoon
- Strainer
Directions
- Cook the noodles: Boil water in a medium pot and cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce: In a small pan, heat 1 teaspoon of oil. Add peanut butter, soy sauce, and chili flakes or hot sauce. Stir until combined and heated through, about 2 minutes.
- Combine: Toss the drained noodles in peanut sauce, ensuring they're evenly coated.
- Serve: Transfer to a bowl and enjoy your warm, spicy noodles!
Even when the snow is piling up outside, a bowl of these spicy noodles brings warmth and comfort, reminding you that sometimes the simplest meals are exactly what you need to get through a tough day.
This recipe was submitted by Joanna Burke as part of the Food Policy Council of Buffalo and Erie County's Emergency Eats Recipe Challenge.
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Note:
No fresh ingredients required
Takes 15 minutes or less to make
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