Asian Peanut Pasta

Submitted by sofie-a-toast

"Pasta with an Asian twist. I know it sounds weird to use Italian pasta with an Asian sauce, but trust me it totally works. This is a great base to add all sorts of veggies and proteins too. I usually do it with snow peas, broccoli and tofu but feel free to experiment. If you are adding a lot you might want to increase the sauce a bit though."

 

• Ready In: 25mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 2-4

ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup chicken broth or 1/2 cup vegetable broth
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons peanut butter
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons honey
• 2 teaspoons chili paste (optional)
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 8 ounces penne, fusilli or 8 ounces rotini pasta
• 1⁄4 cup chopped green onion
• 1⁄4 cup chopped peanuts

directions

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add noodles and cook until tender according to package directions. Drain.
2. Meanwhile, combine chicken broth, ginger, soy sauce, peanut butter, honey, chili paste, and garlic in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat until peanut butter melts and is heated through. Add noodles, and toss to coat. Garnish with green onions and peanuts.

Reviews

[magpie diner]

I really like peanut sauces used in this way, and this version is very quick and easy with ingredients I always have on hand. I found it overly salty though....maybe just the brand of veg broth I happened to have, but I would suggest starting with 1/2 the amount of soy and adjusting to taste.

 

[Sydney Mike]

Followed your recipe right on down & thoroughly enjoyed the combo of flavors in this pasta! Unusual & delightful! Thanks for sharing the recipe! [Tagged & made in Please Review My Recipe]