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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48 Comments

  1. Thai Peanut Ramen Noodles Recipe - The Salty Marshmallow (11)
    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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  2. Thai Peanut Ramen Noodles Recipe - The Salty Marshmallow (12)
    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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  3. Thai Peanut Ramen Noodles Recipe - The Salty Marshmallow (13)
    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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  4. This was GREAT! I loved it

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  5. Thai Peanut Ramen Noodles Recipe - The Salty Marshmallow (14)
    It was okay to me the peanut butter overpowered everything else. Will be using less next time

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  6. Thai Peanut Ramen Noodles Recipe - The Salty Marshmallow (15)
    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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  7. Thai Peanut Ramen Noodles Recipe - The Salty Marshmallow (16)
    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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  8. Thai Peanut Ramen Noodles Recipe - The Salty Marshmallow (17)
    10/10 so good my sister loved it and will make again

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  9. Thai Peanut Ramen Noodles Recipe - The Salty Marshmallow (18)
    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

What does putting peanut butter in ramen do? ›

Yep, peanut butter! It makes a brilliant addition to the noodle broth, making it silky and creamy. You only need a tablespoon to get a fantastic taste and creaminess, without overpowering the rest of the flavours.

Can you put peanut sauce in ramen? ›

Cook ramen in boiling water until al dente, about 2 minutes. Drain and return to the pot set on medium heat. Add peanut sauce. Mix to combine.

How do you doctor up ramen noodles? ›

To top off your ramen, add a garnish or two. I use different garnishes like scallions, fried garlic, dry roasted or fresh seaweed, and sesame oil or seeds. Seaweed and scallions add both crunch and flavors. Fried garlic and sesame oil or seeds also bring big flavors and crunchy elements.

How do you microwave ramen? ›

Add the noodles and water to the Anyday and cover with the lid (knob lifted). Cook in the microwave for 4-5 minutes, or for the indicated cooking time in the back of the package. Cooked noodles should be tender, bouncy, and easily spin on a fork or chopsticks. Add the seasoning packet, if desired.

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 an egg to ramen do? ›

Protein Boost: Eggs are a good source of protein, and adding an egg to your ramen can make it a more filling and satisfying meal. Texture: The contrast between the silky yolk and the noodles adds a pleasant texture to the dish. Customization: It's a simple way to customize your ramen.

How do you upgrade ramen with peanut butter? ›

Put your ramen in organic water. In a bowl, combine ramen seasonings, 8 Kewpie Mayo, peanut butter, garlic, spring onion, sesame oil and mix to combine. Pour the hot organic ramen water, add the noodles and give it a final mix. Garnishes, spring onion, chili oil and sesame seeds.

How do you spice up ramen peanut butter? ›

Make the ramen:

Then add the ginger-garlic paste, peanut butter, gochujang, maple syrup and soy sauce and mix really well. Add ¼ cup of the water or broth and mix in. Mix well to incorporate the peanut butter. Bring the mixture to a boil then gradually add the rest of the broth.

Why add baking soda to ramen noodles? ›

It adds alkali, which is what gives ramen its chewy, bouncy texture and yellowish hue. Chris Kimball is here with the spaghetti. For 10 ounces of spaghetti, add 4 tablespoons baking soda to 2 quarts of water.

Are you supposed to eat all the broth in ramen? ›

The broth is not only the tastiest part of the dish, but it is also the part that is given the most effort and time to make. Don't be shy, and gulp down all the bowl's remainings - this is the traditional way of eating ramen, so it would almost be rude not to!

What can I add to ramen to make it taste better? ›

10 Ingredients to Spice Up Your Ramen
  1. Sriracha. For those looking to add a different kind of kick in the form of heat, Sriracha is your option! ...
  2. Peanut Butter. ...
  3. Dried Seaweed. ...
  4. Furikake. ...
  5. Kimchi. ...
  6. Miso Paste. ...
  7. Soy Sauce. ...
  8. Eggs.
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Is it better to microwave ramen or pour hot water? ›

Instead of boiling the water first, instead break your ramen brick in half and set it in a microwave-safe bowl. Pour 1 ½ cups of water over the noodles, and make sure they're as covered as possible. Feel free to add any other ingredients you want to cook.

Why can't you microwave top ramen? ›

However, when heated, research shows substances within the polystyrene can leach into your food. The main cause for concern is styrene, which may impact the nervous system and is a possible carcinogen. That said, you shouldn't necessarily freak out if you have microwaved Cup Noodles in the past.

Can you mix peanut butter with ramen? ›

Whisk ⅓ cup reserved hot cooking water into peanut butter mixture in bowl. Immediately add hot noodles to mixture; toss to coat, adding additional hot cooking water, 1 tablespoon at a time, as needed until desired consistency is reached. Serve noodles topped with peanuts, scallions, cilantro, and lime wedges.

What happens if you put butter in ramen? ›

Try adding butter directly to the broth.

The added fat improves the texture and mouthfeel of the broth, and can help bring all the flavors in the soup into harmony.

Is peanut butter in chicken ramen good? ›

Sometimes a ramen fix is just the right thing, and this happy accident version hits the spot. The addition of miso, peanut butter and runny egg yolks are the key to make it feel more special and interesting, just try it out!

Is peanut butter in ramen normal? ›

YES! Peanut butter goes great with ramen. It gives it a delicious Pad Thai flavor with little effort.

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