One-Pot Spicy Thai Peanut Noodles

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-16 · Updated 2026-05-16

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Silky rice noodles tossed in a creamy, spicy peanut sauce with fresh vegetables, all cooked together in one pot for easy cleanup. This Thai-inspired one-pot recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs rice noodles, peanut butter (creamy), soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 460 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Thai cuisine 460 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 ounces rice noodles
1/3 cup peanut butter (creamy)
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3 cups water
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large pot, combine 8 ounces rice noodles, 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, and 3 cups water. Stir well to incorporate the peanut butter into the liquid.
Step 2: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to medium and simmer, stirring frequently, until the noodles are tender and sauce thickens slightly, about 8-10 minutes.
Step 3: Stir in 1 cup shredded carrots, 1 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper, and 1/2 cup chopped green onions. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until vegetables are just tender but still crisp.
Step 4: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts and 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves over the top for added texture and fresh flavor. Toss gently to combine before serving warm.