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Summery Peanutty Noodles

Cultural Context

Originating from the vibrant street food scene in China, peanut noodles combine the rich flavors of peanuts with fresh vegetables, creating a refreshing dish perfect for warm weather. This dish is often enjoyed as a light meal or snack, showcasing the balance of textures and tastes. Today, variations can be found across Asia and in Western cuisine, where it's embraced for its simplicity and versatility.

ChineseCNmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
3 Persian cucumbers
2 tbsp rice vinegar
2 teaspoons of sugar
2 teaspoons of soy sauce
½ teaspoon of salt
2 teaspoons of sesame oil
2 cloves of minced garlic
dried udon noodles
¼ cup of creamy natural peanut butter
1 tablespoon of sesame oil
2 tablespoons of soy sauce
1 tablespoon of honey
2 cloves of minced garlic
1 teaspoon of grated ginger
salt and pepper to taste
coleslaw mix
seared salmon pieces
green onions
sesame seeds

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter offers a similar taste with less saturated fat.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free while maintaining a similar flavor.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides heart-healthy fats.

rice noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles reduce carbs and calories.

1

Cut cucumbers into 2-inch pieces, smash them, and toss in salt and sugar to remove excess moisture. Let sit for a few minutes, then rinse and drain.

2

In a bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, salt, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Add cucumbers and let sit for 15 minutes.

3

Boil dried udon noodles for 3-4 minutes according to package directions and drain, saving ¼ cup of the hot noodle water.

4

In a bowl, mix peanut butter, sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and salt and pepper. Thin out with hot noodle water as needed.

5

In a serving bowl with the noodles, add coleslaw mix and pour on the peanut sauce. Mix well and add seared salmon pieces. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixingchopping

Equipment Needed

strainerbowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

peanutsgluten

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