Chili Crunch Peanut Carrot Noodle Boxes
Chili Crunch Peanut Carrot Noodle Boxes are a delightful fusion of textures and flavors, perfect for any occasion. With crunchy carrots, creamy peanut sauce, and a spicy kick, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends. Easy to prepare and endlessly adaptable, it fits seamlessly into weeknight dinners or festive gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz flat rice noodles
- 2 medium carrots, julienned
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 tbsp chili oil (adjust to taste)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Cook the Noodles: Boil water in a large pot, add rice noodles, and cook according to package instructions (about 4-6 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Prepare the Veggies: Julienne fresh carrots and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, minced garlic, chili oil, soy sauce, and lime juice until smooth.
- Toss It All Together: In a large bowl, mix cooked noodles with julienned carrots. Pour the sauce over and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Serve: Dish into bowls and garnish with cilantro leaves and extra chili oil if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute vegetables like zucchini or spinach for added nutrition. Adjust the spiciness by altering the amount of chili oil used.