Dinner

Easy Peanut Butter Ramen Noodles Recipe

ByElara Stone December 20, 2025December 20, 2025

Introduction

This Easy Peanut Butter Ramen Noodles recipe transforms simple instant noodles into a creamy, flavorful dish with a perfect balance of savory, spicy, and sweet notes. It’s quick to prepare and perfect for a satisfying meal any day of the week.

A white bowl filled with three layers of glossy, thick noodles coated in a brown, creamy sauce at the bottom and middle layers, topped with chopped green onions, thin slices of red chili, and crushed peanuts for texture and color contrast. The bowl rests on a white marbled surface. Behind it, there is a wooden tray holding a clear glass bowl with sliced green onions, two bright red whole chilies, and two lime wedges. To the side, there is another small clear glass bowl with crushed peanuts. The scene is brightly lit with natural light, showing a fresh and vibrant presentation. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 pack or 3 oz dry instant ramen noodles (discard the seasoning packet)
2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter (unsweetened, natural)
½ tablespoon dark soy sauce
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon sriracha (or to taste)
1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Salt (to taste)
½ teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 chopped green onion
1 tablespoon crushed toasted peanuts
Chopped fresh red chili (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a pot of water to a boil. Discard the flavor packet from the ramen and add the noodles. Cook until al dente or according to package directions. Reserve ¼ cup of the noodles water before draining.
Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together peanut butter, sriracha, soy sauce, garlic powder, honey, lemon juice, salt, toasted sesame oil, and the reserved warm noodles water until smooth.
Step 3: Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as desired, adding more sriracha, honey, or salt to suit your preference.
Step 4: Add the drained noodles to the sauce along with the chopped green onion and crushed peanuts. Toss well to coat the noodles evenly with the sauce.
Step 5: Garnish with additional green onion, crushed peanuts, and chopped fresh red chili if using. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

Use natural peanut butter without added sugar for a richer, less sweet flavor.
Add steamed or sautéed vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers for extra nutrition and color.
Substitute sriracha with chili garlic sauce or a squeeze of fresh lime for a different flavor profile.
For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey.

Storage

Store leftover noodles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a microwave or in a pan with a splash of water to loosen the sauce. The noodles are best enjoyed fresh as they can become soggy when stored.