Vegetarian Thai Peanut Noodles

4 standard portions

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Ingredients

• 10 oz spaghetti
• 3 tablespoons sesame oil (divided)
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon minced ginger
• 3 stalks of spring onion (chopped)
• 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
• 1 large carrot (cut lengthwise)
• salt (to taste)
• 1/4 cup peanut butter
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoon water
• 2 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 1 tablespoon green chili sauce (adjust to taste)
• juice of 1 lime
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1-2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
• 1/4 cup roasted peanuts (optional)

Method

1. Cook spaghetti according to instructions on package. Once cooked, drain and add 1 tablespoon sesame oil to it so that it doesn't stick. Set aside.
2. Combine all ingredients under "sauce" in a pan. Put pan on heat and stir till nicely combined. Set aside.
3. In a wok, add 2 tablespoons sesame oil on high heat. Once hot, add minced garlic, ginger and white part of spring onion. Saute for a minute.
4. Add red bell pepper and carrots and cook for 1-2 minutes. Veggies should remain crunchy.
5. Add the prepared peanut butter sauce and cook for 1 more minute.
6. Now add the cooked spaghetti and salt to taste. Mix well so that noodles are well coated with the sauce. Cook for a minute.
7. Add spring onion greens and cilantro. Also add peanuts if using. Squeeze in lime juice, sprinkle sesame seeds and serve.