Why you’ll love these spicy udon noodles with peanut sauce: 

10-Minute Prep: Prep this recipe in only 10-minutes, this is an easy and quick one for even the busiest people  Flavorful: The creamy peanut sauce is so flavorful and delicious. Did I mention you can also eat it on anything?  Versatile: Throw in whatever veggies or noodles you have on hand. I made it with red peppers and udon noodles but you can get creative here!

Ingredient Notes: 

Udon Noodles: Udon noodles are a thick noodle made from wheat flour, often used in Japanese cuisine. It is known to be a Japanese comfort food and in moderation they provide a healthy dose of of carbs and fiber.  Peanut Sauce: I like a creamy salad so I do add 1/2 cup to this but if you prefer less just adjust as you toss and taste! Vegetables: Use any vegetables you want in this dish. You can add as many or as little as you’d like it’ll still taste great!  Cilantro: I know not everyone is a fan of cilantro so you can totally omit this. However, if you do like this herb, it adds a fresh flavor to it and I would definitely keep it in.

How do you make spicy udon noodles?

Can a recipe get anymore easier? I think not. This udon noodles recipe you can whip up in 3 easy steps:

  1. Cook udon noodles as per package instructions
  2. Prepare the peanut sauce (you can find the recipe here and it only takes 5-minutes to make)
  3. To a large bowl, toss together the udon noodles, sauce, peppers, and cilantro. Serve as is or with protein of choice.

Can I use different noodles? Udon noodles are great here but you can use ramen noodles or even pasta! A thicker noodle is encouraged for this udon noodle recipe. What are udon noodles? Udon noodles are a thick noodle made from wheat flour used primarily in Japanese cuisine.  Storage: Store any leftover sauce in a jar in the fridge for 10 days.  The tossed salad will last up to 1 week in a tightly sealed container. How long will peanut sauce last? Up to 1-week in a tightly sealed container or jar in the fridge.  What else can I use peanut sauce on? Add it to salads, veggies, wraps, or whatever your heart desires. This is a very versatile sauce.

Other recipes you’ll love:

Creamy Lentils with Spinach Maple Butter Roasted Acorn Squash Vegan Gluten-Free Stuffing Vegan Lentil Chili Lentil Shepherd’s Pie with Parsnip Mash

For more eBooks:

If you want more deliciousness at the click of your finger, be sure to check out FoodByMaria’s Newest Mini Cookbooks. Limited time offer of 3 for $20USD.

For more Greek Recipes:

For more amazing recipes:

Spicy Udon Noodles   FoodByMaria Recipes - 55Spicy Udon Noodles   FoodByMaria Recipes - 80Spicy Udon Noodles   FoodByMaria Recipes - 94Spicy Udon Noodles   FoodByMaria Recipes - 10Spicy Udon Noodles   FoodByMaria Recipes - 90