AuthorBiteSizedOur no-cook Mushroom Peanut Noodles is the ultimate quick-fix dish that doesn't compromise on flavor. Perfect for warm days or busy weeknights, it brings together bold, balanced tastes and a satisfying texture in just minutes. The star of the dish is its luscious peanut sauce, a harmonious blend of rich peanut butter, tangy Chinese black vinegar, a hint of sweetness from sugar, spicy chili oil, and umami-packed mushroom water, created by soaking dried mushrooms. This sauce clings beautifully to the noodles, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor.
The dish begins with rice noodles, which are softened and sliced to your preference. The peanut sauce, prepared in a flash with pantry staples, transforms simple noodles into a gourmet experience. The mushroom water adds a subtle depth, enhancing the earthy profile of the dish while also tying it back to the soaked mushrooms, which can be sliced and added for texture.
Once the noodles are coated in this creamy, nutty sauce, they’re topped with a handful of fresh cilantro. The herb not only adds a vibrant pop of color but also brings a fresh, citrusy note that cuts through the richness of the peanut sauce. For an extra kick, a drizzle of chili oil can be added on top, making this dish customizable to your spice preference.
No-Cook Mushroom Peanut Noodles is an ideal choice for those who crave complex flavors without the hassle of extended prep or cooking. It’s versatile enough to serve as a light lunch, a quick dinner, or even a crowd-pleasing dish for gatherings. With its rich flavors, delightful textures, and no-cook simplicity, this dish is a testament to how easy it can be to create something extraordinary in your kitchen!
Soak the shiitake mushrooms in hot water to rehydrate them. When the mushrooms are rehydrated, slice them and then set them aside. Reserve a few tablespoons of the mushroom water for later use.
In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, garlic, soy sauce, black vinegar and sugar. Using the reserved mushroom water mix the ingredients all together to create the sauce. Add more mushroom water if the sauce is too thick. Adjust seasoning according to preference. Set it aside.
Soak the rice noodle sheets to make the noodles, then pile on 3 sheets. Slice them according to your preferred thickness
Toss the noodles and mushrooms into the prepared sauce. When done, garnish with cilantro. Serve immediately.
Ingredients
Directions
Soak the shiitake mushrooms in hot water to rehydrate them. When the mushrooms are rehydrated, slice them and then set them aside. Reserve a few tablespoons of the mushroom water for later use.
In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, garlic, soy sauce, black vinegar and sugar. Using the reserved mushroom water mix the ingredients all together to create the sauce. Add more mushroom water if the sauce is too thick. Adjust seasoning according to preference. Set it aside.
Soak the rice noodle sheets to make the noodles, then pile on 3 sheets. Slice them according to your preferred thickness
Toss the noodles and mushrooms into the prepared sauce. When done, garnish with cilantro. Serve immediately.
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