Viral 10-Minute Chili Peanut Noodles Recipe

ByDorothy Miller
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These 10-minute chili peanut noodles are the viral bowl that actually lives up to the hype — glossy noodles tossed in a spicy, savory, deeply nutty sauce that comes together faster than takeout. All you need is a block of ramen, peanut butter, soy sauce and a hit of chili.

It’s the perfect quick fix for a busy weeknight or a satisfying late-night bowl, and the spice level is completely up to you. Everything comes together in one bowl in about ten minutes.

Full ingredients, measurements and step-by-step instructions are in the recipe card below.

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10-min Chili Peanut Noodles

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A viral 10-minute chili peanut ramen noodles recipe that is delicious, highly customizable, and very easy to prepare. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish offers a savory, mildly spicy peanut sauce coating tender noodles.

  • Author: Dorothy Miller
  • Prep Time: 2 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 1x
  • Method: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

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  • 1 ramen block
  • 1.5 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp chopped spring onions
  • 1/2 tbsp gochugaru (or chili flakes)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp peanut butter
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp noodle water
  • 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
  • salt (if needed)
  • Toppings: Toasted sesame seeds, chili oil, extra spring onions

Instructions

  1. Boil ramen block, drain and rinse in cold water to prevent sticking while preparing the sauce.
  2. Add chopped spring onions and gochugaru to a bowl.
  3. Heat sesame oil on medium flame for about 2-3 minutes until hot but not burned. Pour hot oil into the bowl with spring onions and chili flakes, letting it sizzle.
  4. Add peanut butter, soy sauce, a splash of hot noodle water, and garlic powder if using. Mix well to form the sauce.
  5. Add the sauce to the noodles, stir to coat evenly, and heat up if necessary.
  6. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds, additional chili oil, and spring onions if desired, then serve.

Notes

For a gluten-free option, use brown rice ramen and tamari instead of soy sauce. Adjust the amount of gochugaru or chili flakes to suit your spice tolerance. The dish is quick to prepare and versatile for different dietary preferences.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make these chili peanut noodles ahead of time?

They’re best enjoyed fresh, but you can whisk the chili peanut sauce a day ahead and store it in the fridge — just toss it with hot, freshly cooked noodles when you’re ready to serve.

What can I use instead of gochugaru?

Regular chili flakes or a spoonful of chili paste work perfectly. Start with a little and add more to reach your preferred spice level.

Are these noodles gluten-free?

Swap the ramen block for rice noodles and use tamari in place of soy sauce, and this bowl becomes completely gluten-free.

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