🥜 Spicy Peanut Noodles

Name: Spicy Peanut Noodles
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Asian

Chewy noodles coated in a glossy peanut sauce with just enough chilli, topped with savoury mince, cucumber and plenty of fresh herbs.

This one hits the sweet spot between comfort and freshness. The peanut sauce is rich and nutty, the mince brings depth, and the cucumber-coriander topping keeps each bite light.

Great for quick weeknights, and even better the next day as leftovers.

Spicy peanut noodles with mince, cucumber and coriander

Servings

4 servings

Quick Stats

⏱ 25–30 mins • 💪 High Protein • 🍽 Base: 4 servings

Ingredients

500g fresh thick noodles (udon or hokkien)
500g chicken or pork mince
3 tbsp smooth peanut butter
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp dark soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp chilli crisp or chilli oil
2 tsp honey
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
4 tbsp hot water (to loosen sauce)
0.5 cucumber, sliced
2 stalks spring onions, sliced
0.5 cup coriander leaves
1 lime, cut into wedges

Method

Mix the sauce:
In a bowl, whisk peanut butter, soy sauces, rice vinegar, chilli crisp, honey and hot water until smooth and pourable.
Brown the mince:
Heat a pan over medium-high heat with a little oil. Cook mince until browned and slightly crispy in places.
Add aromatics:
Stir through garlic and ginger for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
Cook the noodles:
Prepare fresh noodles according to packet directions, then drain.
Combine:
Add noodles and peanut sauce to the mince. Toss over medium heat until glossy and fully coated. Add a splash of water if needed.
Finish and serve:
Top with cucumber, spring onion, coriander and lime wedges. Serve hot with extra chilli crisp if you like more heat.

Key Nutrients & Benefits

A high-protein bowl with energy-rich carbs for training or busy days, plus healthy fats from peanuts and fresh micronutrients from herbs and cucumber.

Macros (approx per serve)

Calories: 620–740 kcal
Protein: 35–45g
Carbs: 55–70g
Fat: 22–30g

Smart Swaps & Variations

Beef mince - Richer flavour with extra iron.
Tofu crumbles - Vegetarian option with great texture.
Crunch add-ons - Top with roasted peanuts or crispy shallots.
Extra veg - Add steamed broccolini or shredded carrot.