Ingredients for Asian Curried Sesame Peanut Butter Noodles With Shanghai Tips
- Chinese Wheat Noodles
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- Baby Bok Choy
- Vegetable Broth
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- Dark Sesame Oil
- Mild Curry Powder
How to Make Asian Curried Sesame Peanut Butter Noodles With Shanghai Tips
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium saucepan over low heat. Add 1/2 cup peanut butter, 1/4 cup soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon fish sauce. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons cornstarch and 1/2 cup chicken broth until smooth. Gradually whisk the cornstarch slurry into the saucepan, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
- Stir in 1-2 teaspoons curry powder (or to taste).
- Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon sesame oil.
- Cook 8 ounces of noodles according to package directions, adding 1 teaspoon kosher salt to the boiling water.
- During the last 2-3 minutes of noodle cooking time, add 1 cup of cooked, bite-sized Shanghai-style chicken or sausage to the pot.
- Drain the noodles and add them to the saucepan with the peanut butter sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately. Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds (optional).
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
103 g
Sugar
18g
Fat
22g
Carbs
3g