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This recipe was originally published in January 2016 and has been updated with instructions for instant pot and new pictures.
Spicy Thai Noodle Bowl is an awesome go-to weekday recipe
Ok, you guys. I resisted as long as I could. I had to remake and share this Spicy Thai Noodle bowl with you all this summer!! A recipe that’s sweet, spicy and nutty, balanced with salty and spicy accents. This Instant pot Spicy Thai noodle is the perfect meal for a weekday dinner that comes together in less than 10 minutes. In addition to being so simple to make, these humble spaghetti are the perfect carrier for a homemade, quick and easy, extra peanutty Thai-inspired peanut sauce. So simple to pull together, peanut noodles are a tasty lunch or weeknight meal.
Can I use Spaghetti for making Spicy Thai Noodle?
I used spaghetti for the noodles as it works perfectly and was something I had on hand. If you want to use rice noodles you could definitely use them instead. Both my boys LOVE these noodles. They Could eat it for breakfast, brunch, lunch, snack, and dinner. Not kidding. You can’t beat that on a busy weeknight when you just have to get something on the table, and you want it to be fresh, homemade and most important quick. This delicious Peanut Noodles recipe tastes so amazing with just a few simple ingredients and it even tastes better than any take out! Make this easy Thai inspired noodle for your friends and family, you can eat right away or serve as a cold noodle salad too!
What vegetables should I add to Spicy Thai Noodles
This noodle recipe is perfect to use up whatever veggies you have on hand in the fridge – I’ve almost always got bell peppers and some sort of green veggie so those always go in. You can add more fresh veggies to this recipe if you’d like or your choice of veggies. Next time, I might also add some sugar snap peas. Another important thing to note about this Instant Pot Spicy Thai Noodle bowl recipe is that you don’t cook the veggies in the Instant Pot on the pressure cooker setting, you throw them in afterward to sort of “steam” them.
A true One Pot / Instant Pot Noodles Recipe
Sometimes what we hate about cooking is that it just takes too much work, am I right …hmm This is a true one-pot recipe. Noodles are always easy to make, but it also usually requires a pan for sauteing the veggies, a pot for noodles, and a colander for draining. One pot, and no multiple dishes to clean here. Totally my kind of recipe and I am sure you are looking for something like this too! If you like noodles, you should certainly try Vegetable Chow Mein / Lo Mein. If you want to make this more substantial you can add tofu which will help bulk it up a bit- but with or without, I guarantee you’re going to love it! Dinner served in about 10 minutes! How cool is that?! So are you ready to get started?
Quick and Easy Spicy Thai Noodles Bowl
Let me tell you about how easy this is!
How do you spice up noodles?
In your grocery store, you’ll come across several different types of “chili sauce” in the Asian section. You can up the spice level of your favorite bowl of Thai Noodles by adding hot spices like chili flakes / Sriracha / Sambal Sauce. Also, if you’re a big fan of heat, don’t hesitate to double the quantity. I keep it gently spicy as both my boys love this dish and want them to enjoy it, but do make it your own! You can also add a dash of soy sauce in your cup of noodles to give the bowl the needed extra kick of salt and spice.
Spicy Peanut sauce - the key ingredient of Spicy Thai Noodle Recipe
I have to confess. I’m addicted to the peanut sauce. I’m in love. It has such a contrast of crazy flavors that work so well together. This recipe is quick, easy and outstanding Step by Step Method:
Add the Peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, ginger, garlic, salt, and water. Give it a nice whisk to combine the sauce. Divide spaghetti into two batches. Break spaghetti into half and then add to the pot. Add spaghetti to the inner pot in a criss-cross pattern: as shown in the video. Using a spatula, push down on spaghetti until submerged in the liquid. Close the lid.
Select the Manual or Pressure Cook mode and adjust the time to 5 minutes (00:05). Press ‘Start’. When done, quick release of the pressure (QR). Open the LID carefully. Add the chopped veggies and use a tong to mix it all together nicely, place the lid back on and let sit for 5 minutes. Squeeze in the lime juice and garnish it with some green onions, chopped roasted peanuts and Enjoy!! Read notes* for more Tips.
If you liked this Recipe, you will love our list of Instant Pot Noodles and Pasta Recipes. Check out the Best Instant Pot Vegetable Chow Mein recipe Instant Pot Aglio E Olio Instant pot Garlic noodles Thai Ramen noodles If you make this recipe, Don’t forget to come back and leave your feedback and star rating. We would be THRILLED if you would take a pic and tag us on Instagram @dbellyrulesdmind or Facebook @thebellyrulesthemind
10 minute Instant Pot Spicy Thai Noodle Recipe Video
10 minute Instant Pot Spicy Thai Noodle Recipe
Make sure you add enough water to cover the noodles and some more. If you find the noodles to be too liquidy/watery, do not worry, allow them to rest for 3 to 5 minutes, and they will absorb the extra liquid. A lot of IPs are prone to showing the burn notice, especially the newer models To avoid BURN notice: Make sure that there’s nothing stuck at the bottom before you put on the lid. (You can also make the sauce beforehand in a bowl and whisk it)Make sure you add enough water to cover the noodles and some more You can add the veggies with spaghetti if you don’t care about how firm your veggies are in this Instant -pot spicy Thai noodle bowl. It will all cook all together nicely and save you the hassle of adding the veggies later. It’s really up to you. Want to make it more filling? You can add your choice of protein ( Tofu ) which will help bulk it up.If using Rice noodles the time and water ratio changes. 8oz rice noodles+1-1/2 cup water and 3 mins cook time.QR Adjust the spice level according to your taste buds.
Mealthy MultiPot 9-in-1 Programmable Slow and Pressure Cooker Instant Pot Ultra 6 Qt 10-in-1 Barilla Gluten Free Spaghetti Pasta (Pack of 2) Kikkoman Soy Sauce - 10 oz Heinz Distilled White Vinegar, 128 oz, Poly Bagged & Boxed Honey Huy Fong Sriracha Chili Hot Sauce, 28 Ounce Bottle (Pack of 2) (1 Pack)
