Noodles 4 Ways �
Spice up your noodle night with these 4 irresistible recipes! From creamy peanut noodles to fiery Thai flavors, these bowls are packed with bold taste, texture, and comfort. Quick to whip up and guaranteed to satisfy—pick your favorite and dig in!
1. Potsticker Noodle Bowls
Ingredients:
8 oz wide Lo Mein noodles
1 lb ground pork
1 tbsp vegetable oil
½ cup vegetable broth
8 tbsp hoisin sauce
6 tbsp dark soy sauce
2 tsp grated ginger
2 tsp minced garlic
½ tsp sriracha hot sauce
4 cups coleslaw mix
Instructions:
Cook noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat oil and brown the pork over medium-high heat.
Add garlic and ginger, cook until fragrant. Stir in hoisin sauce, soy sauce, broth, and sriracha; bring to a simmer.
Toss in the noodles and coleslaw mix; stir well until everything is coated and heated through. Serve hot with extra sriracha if desired.
2. Peanut Noodles
Ingredients:
8 oz rice noodles
½ cup creamy peanut butter
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp lime juice
2 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 garlic clove, minced
2 green onions, sliced
1–2 tbsp salted peanuts
Instructions:
Cook rice noodles as directed, then rinse in cold water and drain.
In a bowl, whisk peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, brown sugar, and garlic until smooth.
Toss noodles in the sauce to coat thoroughly.
Top with green onions and peanuts. Serve chilled or room temp.
3. Garlic Sesame Noodles
Ingredients:
8 oz spaghetti noodles
⅓ cup soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp tahini
1 tbsp Mirin (sweet rice wine)
2 tsp grated ginger
1 tsp Thai roasted red chili paste
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp minced garlic
1–2 green onions, sliced
½ tsp sesame seeds
Instructions:
Cook spaghetti until al dente, then drain and set aside. In a small saucepan, heat sesame oil. Add garlic, chili paste, and ginger. Sauté until fragrant. Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, tahini, and Mirin. Simmer until slightly thickened. Toss noodles in the sauce, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
4. Spicy Thai Noodles
Ingredients:
8 oz rice noodles
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tbsp Thai red curry paste
1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
2 tbsp fish sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 cup snap peas
1 tbsp lime juice
Fresh cilantro & crushed peanuts for garnish
Instructions:
Cook rice noodles as directed, then drain. Heat oil in a pan, add curry paste, and cook for 1 minute.
Pour in coconut milk, fish sauce, and brown sugar; simmer.
Add bell pepper and snap peas, cook until tender.
Toss in noodles and lime juice. Garnish with cilantro and peanuts.
Variations
For a vegetarian twist, swap ground pork with crumbled tofu or mushrooms in the Potsticker Noodle Bowls.
Adjust spice levels by increasing or reducing sriracha and chili paste.
Try different noodles like udon or soba for varied textures.
Tips
Toast sesame seeds before garnishing for extra flavor.
If peanut sauce is too thick, thin it with warm water or coconut milk.
For extra crunch, add bean sprouts or shredded carrots to any dish.
How to Store
Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days in the fridge. Reheat on the stove with a splash of water to prevent drying.
Peanut and Garlic Sesame Noodles taste great cold, making them perfect for meal prep.
Conclusion
These four noodle dishes bring bold flavors and easy prep to your table. Whether you crave creamy, spicy, or savory, there’s a bowl for every mood. Whip one up tonight and enjoy a delicious, satisfying meal!