Description
A vibrant and flavorful Spicy Peanut-Free Noodle Bowl featuring bold Asian-inspired flavors with a medley of fresh vegetables, savory soy sauce, and a spicy chili paste. This quick and easy stir-fry is perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner that avoids peanuts but still delivers rich taste and satisfying textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Noodles
- 8 oz rice noodles
Vegetables
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, broccoli)
- 1 green onion, chopped
Sauce & Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili paste
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cook Noodles: Prepare the rice noodles according to the package instructions until tender. Drain and set aside.
- Heat Oil and Sauté Aromatics: In a pan over medium heat, warm the sesame oil. Add the minced ginger and garlic, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Cook Vegetables: Add the mixed vegetables to the pan and stir-fry for 5 minutes until they are crisp-tender and vibrant in color.
- Add Sauce: Stir in the soy sauce and chili paste, mixing well to evenly coat the vegetables with the flavorful sauce.
- Toss Noodles: Incorporate the cooked rice noodles into the pan and toss thoroughly to combine all ingredients and flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onion and sesame seeds before serving to add freshness and texture.
Notes
- Use gluten-free soy sauce to make this dish gluten free.
- Adjust the chili paste to control the level of spiciness to your taste.
- You can substitute vegetables based on preference or what’s in season.
- If sesame oil is unavailable, substitute with another neutral oil but the dish will lose some authentic flavor.
- This recipe is naturally peanut-free and vegetarian.
