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I feel blessed to have found food blogging and photography and enjoy it tremendously. It’s been a gift in many ways, and being inspired to try new dishes is one of those blessings. We don’t eat the same thing all the time, certainly not on a set schedule or rotation. I’m not poo-pooing schedules because I live by schedules. I work full-time, blog and bake and have been blessed with free-lance photography jobs here and there. I would be nothing without my schedules. Having free-rein to cook and bake whatever I want, and try any recipe or method that intrigues me, is pretty awesome. Meatless Mondays has been another one of those blessings. We are eating healthier and have tried some wonderful, new, easy dishes perfect for a weeknight meal.
I am a sucker for peanuts – so finding a recipe with peanut butter and peanuts made this a done deal. Add in a lot of green and pasta, and well, I’m a happy girl. Have you tried Soba noodles? Soba is the Japanese name for buckwheat noodles. They have a nice texture and are very hardy but any noodle will do in this dish. The recipe is super easy to put together and was actually terrific eaten cold the next day. Cook the Soba noodles and during the last five minutes, add the frozen edamame. Puree peanut butter, rice vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, honey, sesame oil, water and a little Sambal Oelek Chili Paste in a blender until smooth. Toss the pasta and Edamame with sliced snow peas, green onions, and peanuts. Drizzle or toss with the peanut butter mixture and serve garnished with peanuts. Done, done and done!
Meatless Monday is once again a success at our house! We tried another new (tweaked) recipe and are so happy we did! We both love a little spice so the heat from the garlic chili paste was perfect. Use your favorite hot sauce if you don’t have Sambal Oelek Chili Paste or skip it all together.
Soba Noodles with Edamame and Spicy Peanut Sauce
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound Soba noodles
- 1 cup frozen shelled edamame
- 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sambal Oelek Garlic Chili Paste
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 cup snow peas, trimmed and thinly sliced
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped salted roasted peanuts
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Soba noodles according to the package directions. During the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the edamame.
- Combine the peanut butter, vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, honey, sesame oil and 1/2 cup water in a blender and process until smooth.
- Drain the cooked pasta and edamame then toss with the snow peas and green onion.
- Drizzle with the peanut sauce and toss to coat.
- Serve sprinkled with peanuts and sesame seeds.
Recipe Notes
The guest bathroom renovation continues. The painting is done and the tile floor is going in. We’re getting close and I couldn’t be happier. You know how you start a project and 6 other things have to be done before you can complete the one you started with? Oh the joy of home projects! Happy Monday – I hope you have a wonderful week. Thanks so much for stopping by!
Tricia
Abbe @ This is How I Cook says
Cooking and renovating? You have your hands full! I love this dish, Tricia. But I love noodles and peanut sauce, so this is hard to beat!
Tricia Buice says
We’re just crazy Abbe – sometimes it just takes that one thing to overwhelm – but I think it will be worth it.
tanna says
I am glad you found blogging, too!!! =) I love all the healthy choices you are mixing in with the decadent. That is my goal… to eat healthy as much as I can… without being a slave to “no fun”… which means there has to be a little bit of decadence in my life! This sounds so good… and “hearty” enough Mr. Stanley wouldn’t fuss about the no meat. Hehee. Thank you. blessings ~ tanna
ps I DO know how one thing in a remodel can lead to six more! Hang in there! You’re going to love it when you’re finished. =)
Tricia Buice says
You’ve got it Tanna! This is how I can live – eating healthy most of the time. You are the queen of remodels and your decorating/renovation ideas are unmatched. You need to come and help me with color schemes and decorating! Love your style girl!
Daniela says
I was just craving for a nice pasta dish and now there is no need to look any further, this one is superb!
Tricia Buice says
Peanuts and pasta – they are great friends in this dish! Thanks for stopping by Daniela!
[email protected] Riffs says
I agree that blogging makes one eat a whole lot better. Or at least try a lot of interesting things one might not otherwise try. Best thing about blogging — after reading other blogs, of course! Anyway, this is a great dish — perfect for the weather we’re moving into. Plus it’s pretty! Always a plus. Thanks!
Tricia Buice says
Thank you John! I love your recipes and of course your writing is amazing!
[email protected]'s Recipes says
We are fans of PEANUTS too. This is a bowl of comfort and happiness, Tricia.
Tricia Buice says
Thanks Angie – love the spicy, creamy sauce!
Monique says
Tricia..I love thsi kind of dish~
Your sesame seeds look like black gold:)
Tricia Buice says
Thanks Monique – they are a pretty garnish!
Susan says
Perfect for the warmer months ahead! I love peanut sauces and the whole salad looks so inviting, Tricia.
Tricia Buice says
Thanks Susan – have a wonderful week!
2 Sisters Recipes ...by Anna and Liz says
YUM-MEEE! We love dishes like this! Light and simple- way to go! Have a great day Tricia!
Tricia Buice says
Thanks – easy is the way to go during the week 🙂
Sue/theviewfromgreatisland says
This is such a healthy, clean way to eat, I especially love cold noodles as the weather warms up. I almost have everything needed to make this, I’m going to run out for some snow peas 🙂
Tricia Buice says
We really enjoy these kind of recipes – you know … saving room for dessert … or carbs in general!
Monica says
We are really on the same page, Tricia! Whenever it begins to get warm, I start craving a nice soba noodle bowl…and I love peanut sauce on noodles. In fact, I just made noodles Sunday night that’s somewhat similar. This looks so delicious! I’m really glad you continue to blog, and do it so well, even with your busy schedule. Good luck with all your home renovation projects. We have a few little things going on now that it’s Spring too. Anyway…I’m off to work soba noodles into my meal plan. : )
Tricia Buice says
We are often thinking alike Monica. I love that! I have a lemon affliction these days so stay tuned!