Description
This Peanut Soba Stir Fry features tender soba noodles tossed with vibrant stir-fried vegetables and smothered in a rich, sweet, and savory peanut sauce. It’s a quick and delicious meal perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or lunch that combines Asian-inspired flavors with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Vegetables and Noodles
- 8 oz soba noodles (Trader Joe’s Thai Wheat Noodles recommended)
- 1/2 cup mini bell peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup carrots, sliced
- 1/2 cup broccoli, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
Stir Fry Sauce
- 1/3 cup peanut butter
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp chili garlic sauce
- 2 tsp honey
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- Water, as needed to thin sauce
Toppings
- Chopped peanuts
- Green onions, sliced
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add sliced mini bell peppers, carrots, and chopped broccoli. Sauté the vegetables until they are tender and slightly softened, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt during cooking.
- Make the Stir Fry Sauce: In a bowl, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, chili garlic sauce, honey, and sesame oil. Mix well until the sauce is smooth. Add a little water if needed to achieve a pourable consistency.
- Cook the Soba Noodles: Prepare the soba noodles according to the package instructions—usually boiling them in salted water for about 5 minutes—then drain and rinse under cold water to prevent sticking.
- Combine and Toss: Add the cooked noodles into the pan with the sautéed vegetables. Pour the prepared peanut stir fry sauce over the noodles and veggies. Toss everything together thoroughly to ensure the noodles and vegetables are evenly coated with the sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Plate the peanut soba stir fry and top generously with chopped peanuts, sliced green onions, and sesame seeds. Serve immediately and enjoy this flavorful and satisfying dish.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, substitute soba noodles with 100% buckwheat noodles and use gluten-free soy sauce.
- Adjust the amount of chili garlic sauce to control spiciness according to your preference.
- If you prefer a vegan version, replace oyster sauce with a vegetarian mushroom sauce or additional soy sauce.
- You can add protein such as tofu, chicken, or shrimp if desired for a more filling meal.
- Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
