Spicy Peanut Noodle Salad

Ingredients

• 150 g soba noodles
• 2 tablespoons peanut butter (smooth)
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sriracha or chili garlic sauce
• 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup(optional)
• ½ cup shredded carrots
• 2 tablespoons scallions, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon ground sesame seeds(optional)
• 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the soba noodles according to package directions (usually 3–4 minutes), then drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking; set aside.

2. 2

   In a small bowl whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, Sriracha, honey (if using), and water until smooth and slightly thinned.

3. 3

   Place the cooled noodles in a large bowl, add the shredded carrots and sliced scallions, then pour the dressing over them and toss until evenly coated.

4. 4

   Sprinkle ground sesame seeds on top for extra flavor and serve the salad chilled.