Easy Thai Peanut Noodles (With Time Saving Hack)

Name: Thai Peanut Noodles
Prep time: 9 min
Cook time: 11 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 pound linguine; 1 large red bell pepper (sliced into thin 2-inch pieces); 1 large carrot (cut into thin matchsticks); 3 green onions (chopped); ½ cup creamy peanut butter; ¼ cup hot water; 2 Tablespoons lime juice; ¼ cup soy sauce; 2 Tablespoons rice vinegar; 2 Tablespoons brown sugar; 1 Tablespoon Sriracha; 1 Tablespoons sesame oil; ¼ teaspoon ground ginger; 6 fried eggs (with runny yolks); ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro; ½ cup dry roasted peanuts (chopped)

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These 20-Minute Thai Peanut Noodles are packed with veggies, coated in an easy peanut sauce, and topped with a fried egg. The secret to this recipe lies in the sauce, which elevates it to the next level.

a bowl of thai noodles with a fried egg on top and chopsticks in the bowl

a close up of chopsticks picking up a scoop of thai noodles

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Thai Peanut Bowls

These Thai Peanut Noodles come together in only 20 minutes. They taste just like your favorite restaurant dish, and it is super easy to make with my simple time-saving hack. You only have to cook the noodles!

The heat from the cooked noodles will melt the savory peanut sauce right in the bowl. Plus, the creamy, flavorful peanut sauce is so good, you’ll want to lick the bowl clean.

Ingredients & Estimated Cost:

Recipe Cost: $6.96

Per Serving: $1.16

These ingredients come together to create a sauce that’s sweet, savory, and spicy.

1 pound linguine ($1.66) – the base of the dish that soaks up the peanut butter sauce. Spaghetti noodles will work, or try substituting the noodles for zucchini noodles.
1 large red bell pepper ($1.28) – This adds a sweet crunch. You can also use a yellow or orange bell pepper.
3 green onions ($0.30) – Alternatively, you can use chives.
1 large carrot ($0.14) – Adds a natural sweetness.
½ cup creamy peanut butter ($0.49) – The rich, nutty base for the sauce. Peanut butter works best for the creamy texture of the sauce.
¼ cup hot water ($0) – Thins the sauce to the correct consistency.
2 Tablespoons lime juice ($0.16) – Balances the richness of the peanut butter and soy sauce. Substitute with lemon juice.
¼ cup soy sauce ($0.18) – Adds a touch of salty flavor to the sauce.
2 Tablespoons rice vinegar ($0.06) – Gives a light, tangy taste. White wine vinegar is a suitable substitute for rice vinegar.
1 Tablespoon Sriracha ($0.05) – You can leave this out if you want a milder taste.
1 Tablespoon sesame oil ($0.31) – Adds to the nutty flavor of the dish.
2 Tablespoons brown sugar ($0.06) – Adds a sweetness to balance the spice. Use honey as a substitute for a similar effect.
¼ teaspoon ground ginger ($0.03) – This adds a bit of warmth to the dish. Use 1 teaspoon of fresh ginger as an alternative.
6 fried eggs ($1.50) – The added protein complements the noodles perfectly. Feel free to leave the eggs off if you’d like.
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro ($0.24) – Parsley is a great substitute for a fresh herbal addition.
½ cup dry-roasted peanuts ($0.50) – Provides a nice crunchy texture. These can be left off, but it is so delicious with them on. You can also try adding cashews, sesame seeds, or almonds instead.

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The recipe cost is calculated based on the amounts needed and will vary depending on fluctuating grocery costs. I updated the pricing for this recipe in July 2025.

How to Make Thai Peanut Noodles

First, cook the noodles and chop the veggies. Then, mix the sauce ingredients and toss everything together with the noodles. Let me show you how.

Cook the pasta according to the package instructions and drain the water.
Chop the veggies.
In a large bowl, whisk together all of the sauce ingredients.
Toss the drained pasta with peanut sauce, sliced bell pepper, carrots, and green onions. Toss until well coated.
Serve noodles in bowls and top with a fried egg, cilantro, and peanuts.

a collage for steps in making thai noodles by mixing the ingredients and then garnishing for serving

Recipe Tip

Try adding some protein to the dish. You can add two cups of shredded chicken, sliced beef or pork, or shrimp.

Thai Peanut Noodles

Recipe Cost 6.96

Serving Cost 1.16

Author Jess Jankowski

Course Main Course

Cuisine Thai

These saucy, savory Thai Peanut Noodles are topped with an egg and ready in 20 minutes. The rich peanut sauce makes this dish irresistible.

Servings: 6 people

Prep Time 9

Cook Time 11

Total Time 20

Equipment

pasta pot
mixing bowl
whisk
frying pan
tongs

Ingredients

1 pound linguine
1 large red bell pepper sliced into thin 2-inch pieces
1 large carrot cut into thin matchsticks
3 green onions chopped

Peanut Sauce:

½ cup creamy peanut butter
¼ cup hot water
2 Tablespoons lime juice
¼ cup soy sauce
2 Tablespoons rice vinegar
2 Tablespoons brown sugar
1 Tablespoon Sriracha
1 Tablespoons sesame oil
¼ teaspoon ground ginger

Toppings:

6 fried eggs with runny yolks
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ cup dry roasted peanuts chopped

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Instructions

COOK PASTA:

Cook the pasta as per the package instructions, and drain.

MAKE PEANUT SAUCE:

Meanwhile, make the rest of the recipe. In a large bowl whisk together all of the sauce ingredients.

ASSEMBLE:

Toss the drained pasta with peanut sauce, sliced bell pepper, carrots, and green onions until well coated.

TO SERVE:

Serve noodles in bowls and top with a fried egg, cilantro, and peanuts.

Notes

Storage Tips:

Serve: You can keep these out for up to 2 hours. After that, they should be stored in the refrigerator.

Store: The noodles will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.

Freeze: These noodles do not freeze well; I do not recommend freezing them.

Nutrition

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Thai Noodle Recipe FAQs

Is this recipe spicy?

The recipe has a mild kick from the Sriracha in the sauce. You can add more or less to your taste preference.

What if my peanut sauce is too thick?

Add a little more water until the sauce reaches the correct consistency.

Is natural peanut butter okay to use?

It will work, just be sure to stir it well to avoid an oily or gritty texture.

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