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Kung Pao Noodles

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Spicy kung pao noodles are a cinch to whip up in just 20 minutes with the best sweet and spicy kung pao sauce. Easily add chicken, shrimp, or beef to amp this side up up to a full meal.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
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Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings:4 servings

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces spaghetti, fettuccine, or linguine noodles
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 4 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1-2 tablespoons chili paste, (found in the Asian section of most grocery stores)
  • cup cold water
  • 1 tablespoon corn starch
  • ¼ cup peanuts
  • 2 green onion, thinly sliced

Instructions

  • Cook noodles according to package's instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, sugar, and chili paste and bring to a boil.
  • In a small bowl whisk together cold water and corn starch. Stir into skillet and bring back to a boil, then reduce to medium low heat.
  • Stir noodles, peanuts, and green onions into the sauce. Serve immediately.

Notes

Add an extra tablespoon of chili paste to kick up the spice level. 

Nutrition

Calories: 138 kcal, Carbohydrates: 12 g, Protein: 6 g, Fat: 8 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Sodium: 1623 mg, Potassium: 145 mg, Fiber: 1 g, Sugar: 7 g, Vitamin A: 8 IU, Vitamin C: 1 mg, Calcium: 17 mg, Iron: 1 mg
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Author: Tiffany