Spicy Peanut Noodles

Sauce

• 1.5-2 tbsp peanut butter (plain or chunky)
• 1-2 tbsp soy sauce (add more or less to taste)
• 1 tsp dark mushroom soy sauce (optional, for colour)
• 1 tbsp garlic chili oil or chili oil with sediment
• 1 tbsp gochugaru (or other chili powder/flakes)
• 1/2 to 1 tbsp rice vinegar (or Chinese black vinegar / regular vinegar)
• 1-2 tsp sugar (optional, for sweetness)
• 2-3 tbsp water

To Serve

• 3.5 oz dry wheat noodles
• Chopped spring onions/green onions
• Chopped coriander
• Sesame seeds
• A drizzle of sesame oil

Directions

• Make the sauce: mix everything in a large bowl until smooth. Adjust to taste; if using sweetened peanut butter you can skip the sugar. Prepare the sauce first so you can add the noodles right after cooking.
• Cook the noodles according to the package instructions, or until chewy to your liking.
• Drain the noodles and immediately add them to the sauce. Mix well to coat.
• If the sauce is thick, add another 1-2 tbsp of the noodle water for a runnier consistency that coats easily.
• Finish with fresh coriander, spring onions, sesame seeds and a drizzle of sesame oil. Enjoy!

From Jeeca / The Foodie Takes Flight, via Instagram.