Spicy Peanut Soy Noodles with Lime and Fresh Herbs

Ingredients

• 250g whole grain noodles
• 4 tbsp peanut butter
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 100ml water
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 inch piece, grated ginger
• 1, julienned carrot
• 1, thinly sliced red bell pepper
• 200g broccoli florets
• a handful, chopped fresh coriander
• 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 50g, chopped for garnish peanuts

Steps

1. 1. Cook the whole grain noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. 2. In a large pan, heat a small amount of water over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. 3. Add the julienned carrot, sliced red bell pepper, and broccoli florets to the pan. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
4. 4. In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, water, lime juice, and crushed red pepper flakes. Mix until smooth.
5. 5. Add the cooked noodles to the pan with the vegetables. Pour the peanut sauce over the noodles and toss gently to combine, heating through for another 2-3 minutes.
6. 6. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh coriander.
7. 7. Serve warm, garnished with chopped peanuts and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Notes

• Peanut butter should be natural and free from added sugars or oils.

Substitutions

• If you want a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter.