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Weeknight style (under 30 minutes) Spicy Peanut Noodles with Chili Garlic Oil. Best for those nights when you’re craving extra saucy, slightly spicy peanut noodles, but don’t want to leave your house…or wait for take out. Noodles tossed with a spicy, sweet, and salty peanut sauce, bell peppers, fresh garden basil, and plenty of black pepper. Serve each bowl with an addicting chili garlic oil spooned over top. These quick and healthy peanut noodles can be made and ready in under 30 minutes. Bonus, these are vegan, gluten-free, and filled with summer produce.
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Pasta on Monday, cocktails on Tuesday, and noodles on Wednesday. Man, it’s surely shaping up to be a pretty good week…
Truth is, I didn’t intend to share this recipe today, BUT I made these spicy noodles on Monday and truly? I just fell in love with them. These noodles are everything. Spicy, tangy, peanutty, a touch sweet, filled with vegetables, fresh basil, garlic, shallots, and just so freaking delicious.
I could go on and on, I love these noodles so much.
They’re also colorful and full of summer produce and made in under 30 minutes. Oh, and gluten-free (depending on the noodle you use of course), vegan, and healthy.
So, everybody in? This is the perfect peanut noodle, can’t get enough.
Sunday I was going through my DM’s and towards the end of the night I got a pretty harsh message. It was unnecessary and mean, but yet I let it affect me to the point of losing sleep. I laid in bed and kept thinking about this message. My practical self knew it meant nothing. I knew this person was just grumpy or having a bad day, but yet the words “your recipes are stale” stuck in my head for a solid 24 hours (along with all the other not so nice comments this person went on to make).
I get nice comments every single day, but sadly it’s the mean ones that always tend to stick with me. Most of the time I brush the mean ones off. But then there are some that hit me when my confidence is low and it can be rough. They are hard to shake off, and yes, I am human, it does affect me.
Instead of being sad all day long, I did something I don’t normally do. I took to Instagram, shared my thoughts, a darn good quote, and immediately you guys turned things around for me. Your messages made me smile ear to ear. I found new inspiration and I made these peanut noodles with newfound confidence.
And I loved them. So here I am today confidently sharing the recipe.
So thank you guys for sticking with me. I love this little (but actually not so little) HBH family just as much as I love my crazy Gerard family.
Long story over, let’s talk peanut noodles.
First, yes, I have made peanut noodles before, BUT these peanut noodles are so different. My older peanut noodle recipe (which I still LOVE) is much more Thai inspired.
Today’s noodles are Korean inspired and made with all the bell peppers and summertime basil. They’re peanutty, spicy, and they have chili oil with fried garlic and shallots.
Best part? That they are SO GOOD and SO EASY to make.
Start with the chili oil. It’s simple but so flavorful. Think peanut oil simmered with thinly sliced garlic, shallots, and chili flakes. The garlic and shallots fry in the oil while the chili flakes make everything extra spicy. This oil is beyond good and can be spooned over anything and everything.
The shallots break down and almost turn jammy, releasing their sweetness. It’s a nice balance to all the spice. And the garlic just gets extra crispy and extra delicious. Add a little salt and the oil is complete.
Now, the noodles.
I just used spaghetti, but rice noodles or soba noodles are both great options too. It’s really all about the sauce, which is very unusual.
This peanut sauce consists of peanut butter, soy sauce, and the very special and flavorful Korean chili paste, Gochujang.
Toss the peanut sauce with the hot noodles, add the bell peppers, plenty of basil, black pepper, and some chili oil. Toss it all together one more time and serve.
These noodles are delicious warm or cold, but personally, I love them warm. Yes, to be expected of me…
These noodles are great served the following day for lunch. They also make an awesome noodle dish for meal prepping, since they keep for a few days when left in the fridge.
My one suggestion? Double the recipe, these noodles go fast. It’s that peanut sauce. Salty, spicy, tangy, and just a touch sweet…so delicious!
If you make these spicy peanut noodles with garlic chili oil be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Spicy Peanut Noodles with Chili Garlic Oil.
Ingredients
Chili Garlic Oil
- 1/3 cup peanut oil or extra virgin olive oil
- 2 small shallots thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced or smashed
- 1-2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Peanut Noodles
- 12 ounces rice noodles or long cut pasta
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce or tamari
- 1-2 tablespoons Gochujang, (Korean chili paste)
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 2 bell peppers, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped, plus more for serving
- fresh cracked black pepper
Instructions
- 1. To make the chili oil. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the peanut oil, shallots, garlic, and chili flakes. Cook, stirring occasionally until the garlic is fragrant and toasted, 8-10 minutes. Remove from the heat, let cool, and carefully transfer the oil to a heat-proof bowl or glass jar. 2. To make the peanut noodles. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the noodles according to package directions. Drain.3. Combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, Gochujang, sesame oil, vinegar, honey, ginger, and 1/4 cup water in a food processor or blender. Pulse until combined and smooth. Pour the sauce over the hot noodles. Add the bell peppers, basil, a large pinch of pepper, and 2 tablespoons chili oil. Toss to combine.4. Divide the noodles among bowls and serve topped with additional chili oil and basil. Noodles are delicious warm or cold. Enjoy!
Nutrition
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Wowowow! This is so spicy delicious! Just what I was looking for. I added some arugula for some greens as I didn’t have basil and baked chicken. I will def be making this again!
Hey Julie,
Thanks a bunch for giving the recipe a try, I am so glad it was enjoyed! xTieghan
So delicious on this snowy stuck inside day . HaVing to cook constantly w three work from home college kids n husband who love tasty food, thanks
Hey Nichole,
Thank you so much for giving the recipe a go! I am thrilled it was enjoyed. xTieghan
Loved this recipe and will definitely make again! I used 3 bell peppers and added green onion and a sliced jalapeño. The sauce is soooooo good!
Hey Shelley,
Thanks a lot for giving the recipe a go, I am so delighted that it was enjoyed! Have a great week:) xTieghan
Made this last night and it is perfection. So good!
Hey there,
Thanks for making the recipe, I am so delighted that it was enjoyed! Have a great week:) xTieghan
Wow, this is truly delicious! About to make it fir a second time. Thank you fir the wonderful recipe!
Hey there,
Thanks for making the recipe, I am so delighted that it was enjoyed! Have a great week:) xTieghan
Another spot on recipe! These flavors are fantastic and it comes together so quickly and really fuss free! So glad I found this blog during pandemic cooking burnout because all the recipes are unique and unfussy with unique and striking flavors!
I am so happy you found my blog as well! And really glad you are enjoying my recipes, Karyn! Thank you! xTieghan
Just ‘really’ read this.. easier said than done, to let go of negativity… especially when this is your passion & work all tied into one. The book “Four Agreements”. Wasn’t about you! You are young but oh so wise. Wish I had your wear-with-all when I was your age. Xx now to make chili oil.
You are so kind Donna! Thank you for this. I hope you love this recipe! xTieghan
This is my first review on halfbaked harvest and I feel guilty since I’ve been a huge fan for yearrrs! I have so many of your recipes on repeat and this is definitely going into rotation. I will say I am not really a cook who measures; I eyeball things and adjust to my taste so I definitely made a lot more of the sauce; adding some rice vinegar since I love it and garnishing with some chopped peanuts. I used a bucatini pasta which was awesome since it soaked up the sauce in a perfect way. This was my accompaniment to Thai lettuce shrimp cups aaaand it was a hit! Thank you so much for your recipes!
Hi Kylene! I am so happy you have been loving my recipes! Thank you so much! xTieghan
I’ve made this once, twice …… and making it again tonight for friends it’s delish…. Love Chili Garlic Oil on top. Adding thinly chicken to the dish & serving it with sautéed bok choy…… I’ve made your Thai drunken noodles a couple of times also. I live in AZ we are lucky to have a large selection of Asian & Middle Eastern grocery stores.
Hi! I am so happy this recipe turned otu so well for you! I hope you friends enjoyed it as well! xTieghan
I am in love with this recipe!! The sauce turned out nice and yummy! I recently had this at a Thai restaurant near me, your sauce was spot on. Thanks for sharing, Shaunna
Thank you!! I am so glad this recipe turned out so well for you! xTieghan
As expected, AMAZING! I love all of your recipes, this one included! I look forward to everything you post and more times then not, I find myself on your website browsing your amazing recipes! 🙂
Thank you so much Mary!! I am so glad you have been enjoying my recipes and I hope you continue to!! xTieghan
Made this tonight……………….. delish. Added 2 cooked chicken & some zucchine. I probably could have added more Thai Basil, which I grow. Will make it again. I also made your Drunken Noodles, we super loved that! Thanks M
I am so happy this turned out so well for you, Mich! Thank you so much for trying it! xTieghan
I make this probably once a month? SO GOOD! and easy! I just mince the garlic more than the picture.
Wow! I am so glad you are loving this recipe, Lily!! Thank you! xTieghan
This recipe was very easy and so delicious. Making the oil was totally worth it. Will most definitely make this one again and again,
Love to hear that! Thank you so much for trying this Carol! xTieghan
What would you marinate chicken in if you were going to add to this dish?
Hey Kelly,
I would just add salt and pepper to the chicken! I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan