One-Pot Spicy Thai Peanut Noodles with Tofu

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-09 · Updated 2026-07-09

Creamy peanut sauce noodles with firm tofu and crisp vegetables, all cooked together in one pot for a quick and satisfying Thai-inspired meal. This Thai-inspired noodle recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs rice noodles, firm tofu, peanut butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.

Ingredients

• 8 oz rice noodles
• 14 oz block, pressed and cubed into 1-inch pieces firm tofu
• 1/3 cup smooth peanut butter
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 3 sliced green onions
• 1/4 cup for garnish crushed peanuts
• 1/4 cup chopped for garnish fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large pot over medium heat, add 3 tbsp vegetable oil. Once hot, add 14 oz cubed firm tofu and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden on all sides. Remove tofu and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same pot, add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1/3 cup smooth peanut butter, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp lime juice, and 1 tbsp brown sugar. Slowly whisk in 4 cups vegetable broth until the sauce is smooth.
4. Step 4: Add 8 oz rice noodles and 1 cup shredded carrots to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender and sauce thickens slightly.
5. Step 5: Return tofu to the pot and gently fold to combine. Cook for another 2 minutes to heat through.
6. Step 6: Serve noodles topped with 3 sliced green onions, 1/4 cup crushed peanuts, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.