Vegetarian Thai Peanut Noodle Stir Fry

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Rice noodles tossed with sautéed vegetables and a creamy peanut sauce, finished with fresh herbs and lime. This thai-inspired asian fusion (vegetarian) ready in about 30 minutes pairs rice noodles, peanut butter, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Thai cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cook 8 oz rice noodles according to package instructions until tender. Drain and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup peanut butter, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tbsp sesame oil until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 thinly sliced red bell pepper, 2 julienned carrots, and 2 cups broccoli florets. Stir fry for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  4. Step 4: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet along with the peanut sauce. Toss everything together and cook for 2 minutes until the noodles are evenly coated and heated through.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 3 sliced green onions and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro. Sprinkle 1/4 cup crushed peanuts on top before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Vegetarian Thai Peanut Noodle Stir Fry take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Vegetarian Thai Peanut Noodle Stir Fry?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep rice noodles from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Vegetarian Thai Peanut Noodle Stir Fry?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Vegetarian Thai Peanut Noodle Stir Fry for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Vegetarian Thai Peanut Noodle Stir Fry vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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