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Spicy Coconut Noodles

Spicy Coconut Noodles That Transform Your Quick Dinner Game

Enjoy Spicy Coconut Noodles that offer a creamy and flavorful escape, perfect for a quick dinner in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 8 oz Rice Noodles Can substitute with soba or udon noodles.
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil Any neutral oil works well.
For the Sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tbsp Ginger Grated.
  • 2-3 tbsp Red Curry Paste Adjust according to spice preference.
  • 2-3 tbsp Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil Optional.
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Try light coconut milk for a lower-calorie version.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth Can replace with water.
  • 1-2 tbsp Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be a healthier alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1 tsp Chili Flakes Adjust for heat.
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Fresh.
  • 2 tbsp Green Onions Sliced.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 2 tbsp Peanut Butter For extra creaminess.
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha Sauce For added heat.
  • Salt To taste.
  • Black Pepper To taste.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Large Pan or Wok

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Begin by boiling a large pot of water. Once boiling, add the rice noodles and cook according to package instructions (about 4-6 minutes). Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add red curry paste into the pan, stirring for another 1-2 minutes until the paste melds with the aromatics.
  4. Pour in soy sauce and sesame oil, stirring to combine. Let simmer for 1 minute.
  5. Gradually add coconut milk, stirring continuously for 2-3 minutes until the mixture becomes thick and creamy.
  6. Pour in vegetable broth, stir well, and add brown sugar, lime juice, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  7. Add the drained rice noodles into the pan, tossing gently to coat every noodle in the sauce.
  8. For extra creaminess, stir in peanut butter until melted and fully incorporated.
  9. Taste and adjust the seasoning to preference.
  10. Garnish with fresh cilantro and sliced green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 10gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Avoid overcooking the rice noodles; they should be al dente. Reheat leftovers with a splash of coconut milk for creaminess.

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