Thai Peanut Ramen Noodles Recipe - The Salty Marshmallow (2024)

Thai Peanut Ramen Noodles gives instant ramen a makeover with a mouthwatering peanut sauce! This easy ramen noodles recipe is ready in ten minutes!

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RAMEN NOODLES:

YES, more fun homemade ramen noodles! Or, maybe we should call them semi-homemade since they are packaged noodles. But, the sauce is what it’s all about anyway. Ever since I made my Sesame Garlic Ramen Noodles, you guys have been raving and asking for more. In December we put up another fun and super tasty Garlic Parmesan Ramen Noodles Recipe. But, so far, these Thai Peanut Ramen might just be my personal favorite!

How To Make Thai Peanut Ramen Noodles:

  • Start by cooking your noodles according to the package directions. DO NOT use the seasoning packet that comes with the noodles. Toss it out, you won’t need it for this recipe.
  • While the noodles are cooking you will whisk together your super simple sauce. You don’t even need to warm the sauce up for this recipe.

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  • The sauce consists of creamy peanut butter, soy sauce, chili sauce, sesame oil, and a bit of honey. You will whisk it until it is as smooth as you can get it. If there are a few lumps of peanut butter, that’s ok. The sauce kind of melts and thins out once you put it on the hot noodles.

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  • Once your noodles have finished cooking, drain them well and toss with the peanut sauce. You will want to add the ramen to the sauce right away while they are hot to ensure the sauce coats the noodles. I find it easiest to toss them with tongs.
  • You can serve as is, or top with sliced green onions and crushed peanuts if desired!
  • NOTE: These noodles are generally best eaten the same day. I don’t recommend reheating them, however, they are good cold.

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Enjoy!

~Nichole

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Thai Peanut Ramen Noodles

By Nichole

Thai Peanut Ramen Noodles gives instant ramen a makeover with a mouthwatering peanut sauce! This easy ramen noodles recipe is ready in ten minutes!

Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 3 3 Ounce Packages Ramen Noodles
  • 1/4 Cup Creamy Peanut Butter
  • 3 Tablespoons Low Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon Chili Garlic Sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Sesame Oil
  • 2 Teaspoons Honey
  • 2 Green Onions Sliced Optional
  • 2 Tablespoons Crushed Peanuts Optional

Instructions

  • Cook the ramen noodles according to package directions (without the spice packet). Drain and set aside.

  • In a medium bowl whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, chili sauce, sesame oil, and honey.

  • Pour the sauce over the noodles and toss to coat.

  • Serve topped with sliced green onions and crushed peanuts if desired.

Notes

NOTE: Please use low sodium soy sauce for this recipe. If your soy sauce isn't low sodium, you will need to adjust the amount to taste or it may be too salty.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Cup, Calories: 300kcal

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

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49 Comments

  1. Thai Peanut Ramen Noodles Recipe - The Salty Marshmallow (11)
    This was so easy and delicious! Perfect for a quick family meal when we’re all going in different directions. Nutritionally, maybe not the healthiest option out there but it could be worse. I might throw some extra veggies in next time to make myself feel better. Thanks for sharing this recipe!

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  2. Thai Peanut Ramen Noodles Recipe - The Salty Marshmallow (12)
    I absolutely love this!!!! I added all three of the seasoning packets (I don’t understand leaving them out since they are sooo flavorful), replaced 3 tbsps of soy sauce with 3 tbsps of the boiling noodle water, and use hot sauce instead of chili sauce. Love it!

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  3. Thai Peanut Ramen Noodles Recipe - The Salty Marshmallow (13)
    A hot, hot pan is key. I found stirring worked better in my not-cast iron pan. It’s hard not to get fried cornstarch wads mixed with the tofu.

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  4. Thai Peanut Ramen Noodles Recipe - The Salty Marshmallow (14)
    I love it, I am only using it on one package of noodles so it on the peanuty side but still very good. I struggled a little with not being able to mix the sauce, but I think I was using too small a bowl. I will had veggies and such next time

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  5. This was GREAT! I loved it

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  6. Thai Peanut Ramen Noodles Recipe - The Salty Marshmallow (15)
    It was okay to me the peanut butter overpowered everything else. Will be using less next time

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  7. Thai Peanut Ramen Noodles Recipe - The Salty Marshmallow (16)
    This is BEYOND delicious!!!! I didn’t have green onions/scallions so added cilantro and topped off with some tri colored sesame seeds. Didn’t have honey so substituted with maple syrup. Doubled sauce recipe and way more noodles and I’m in heaven!!! Thank you 🙂

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  8. Thai Peanut Ramen Noodles Recipe - The Salty Marshmallow (17)
    I made this recipe tonight and I loved it. It was really simple and had lots of flavor. The amount of Chili Sauce was just right for my heat preference. I will definitely be making this recipe on a regular basis.It’s perfect as the recipe is but you could definitely add meat or vegetables if you wanted. Thank you for sharing this recipe.

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  9. Thai Peanut Ramen Noodles Recipe - The Salty Marshmallow (18)
    10/10 so good my sister loved it and will make again

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  10. Thai Peanut Ramen Noodles Recipe - The Salty Marshmallow (19)
    I do chili ramen, cook the noodle and separate from water. Take a little noodle water and wisk in (start) with a half table sp. of PB ,table spoon of buffalo sauce, half cup crushed cheese-it, through noodle back in and toss it in add more or less of any ingredients mix till thick and sprinkle the chili packet on top and toss one time . Leave a little chili seasoning on top. Let set for 3 min so cheese it’s mix well and soften. THIS GOT ME THROUGH 90 days in hell! Enjoy.

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Thai Peanut Ramen Noodles Recipe - The Salty Marshmallow (2024)

FAQs

Can you use ramen noodles for peanut noodles? ›

I love these easy peanut butter ramen noodles for a 5 minute dinner! Take that packet of instant noodles, throw away the flavour sachet and make your own lipsmackingly delicious broth. Only a couple of minutes prep, then 3 minutes to cook!

What does peanut butter do to ramen? ›

Peanut butter goes great with ramen. It gives it a delicious Pad Thai flavor with little effort. How much peanut butter to add to ramen? We add 2 tablespoons per packet of ramen but it can be added to taste.

What kind of salt is in ramen? ›

Ramen noodles are made with flour, water, and kansui. Kansui is an alkaline salt, but that's hardly enough sodium to make it high salt. All of your ramen salt is in the broth, and you're also talking about instant ramen and not real ramen. Instant ramen comes with soup packets that are very high in salt.

How to make ramen without so much sodium? ›

Make it spicy: In addition to herbs, consider adding some spices to your bowl. We're talking about things that add some heat, like red pepper, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and sriracha. Not only will you be adding flavor, but the heat will make you forget about salt altogether.

Is it safe to put an egg in instant ramen? ›

Yes, you can poach an egg in instant ramen. To do this, you need to crack the egg into a bowl and gently slide it into the simmering broth. Allow it to cook for a few minutes until the white is set but the yolk remains soft and runny.

What does cracking an egg in ramen do? ›

Eggs are a great way to add flavor and protein to your package of ramen. Prepare the noodles with seasoning and as much liquid as you like. Then, decide how you want to prepare the egg. You can boil, poach, or simmer an egg directly in the ramen.

What does adding milk to ramen do? ›

Dairy milk gives your ramen a milky, creamy character. It takes the heat out of spicy ramen and adds a thick, rich texture. Soy milk, on the other hand, is sweet and nutty. It's not as thick and creamy.

Why do people put cheese in ramen? ›

Cheese is naturally rich in free glutamates, a building block for umami flavor, and ramen is already packed with umami. By adding cheese, you also add fat and carbohydrates, further enriching the broth.

Can I eat ramen every day? ›

Ramen noodles are a carbohydrate-rich, comforting, budget-friendly and widely available dish that can be enjoyed quickly whenever you'd like. While instant ramen is not bad for you, it isn't recommended as a single food daily or multiple times per day on its own due to its high-sodium flavoring packet or broth.

What is the hardest ramen to make? ›

While there are many good, humble bowls of shio out there, many ramen chefs see this as the most difficult type of ramen to make, since they can't rely on incredibly flavorful miso and soy sauce to provide the dimension their broth might otherwise lack.

How many times can I eat instant noodles in a week? ›

The ideal frequency is between two to three times a week only. They should not be consumed solely, since the dish itself lacks certain key nutrition groups such as protein and fiber, leaving a risk of having malnutrition if consumed in the long term.

Which ramen is the healthiest? ›

Shoyu ramen benefits from a clear broth that has less fat in the broth. That means it's thinner, lighter, and lower in calories. The seasoning sauce that goes in shoyu ramen is also low calorie because most of its flavor comes from soy sauce.

What to put in ramen to make it healthier? ›

Customize it

If have it, add slices of ginger or onion. I might add a bit of wasabi powder into this mix. Leftover steamed bok choy, cooked cabbage, roasted carrots, sliced raw onions, thawed frozen spinach, dried seaweed, all are great additions and part of what makes ramen such a great vehicle for leftovers.

What part of ramen has the most sodium? ›

The best way to use ramen noodles is to buy the type in a block and avoid using most of the season- ing, since the majority of the salt is in that seasoning pack.

Can you use ramen noodles for fried noodles? ›

How do you pan-fry ramen noodles? Just boil the noodles in hot water for 1-2 minutes until the noodles start to soften and come apart. They should be slightly al dente (still have a slight bite to them.) Then toss them in a pan with some oil or your favourite sauce.

Can you use ramen noodles for pan fried noodles? ›

From the Test Kitchen. For crisp, satisfying texture, you'll lightly fry tender ramen noodles to achieve a delightfully crunchy exterior, then finish them with just a touch of soy sauce.

What is peanut noodles made of? ›

It's creamy, bright, savory, and sweet, made with simple ingredients like peanut butter, tamari or soy sauce, sesame oil, fresh ginger, rice vinegar, and lime juice. For these noodles, I add an extra tablespoon of tamari to boost the savory flavor. Here's what else you'll need to make this recipe: Noodles, of course!

Is maruchan ramen peanut free? ›

Within our manufacturing facilities, no peanut, or tree nut allergens are used in the production process of making any Maruchan products. While not a peanut or a tree nut, some products do contain sesame seed oil which is not among the controlled major allergens.

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