Peanut Noodles with Broccoli
As I was browsing the international foods isle at my local whole foods store, I found vegan Lo Mein noodles. I had never seen those before. Well, I’ve been craving peanut noodles for a long time, so… voila !
8 oz vegan Lo Mein noodles
1 head fresh broccoli, cut into florets
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 scallions, chopped
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Sauce:
2 tbsp chunky peanut butter
2 tbsp hot water
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp tamari
1 tbsp agave nectar
1 tbsp ginger, minced
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
salt and pepper to taste
1. To make sauce, whisk together all ingredients until creamy. Set aside.
2. Cook noodles according to package instructions.
3. Steam broccoli for 5 minutes.
4. In large pan, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add peppers and cook for 4 minutes.
5. Add steamed broccoli and garlic. Cook for another 3 minutes.
6. Stir in scallions. Cook for one more minute.
7. Transfer cooked noodles to a large bowl. Stir in sauce. Add veggies and serve. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds.
Every peanut noodle dish that I make tastes different, but I think I’m going to stick to this recipe for a while.
