Peanut Butter Ramen Recipe
By Marcus Rivera
This peanut butter ramen coats noodles in a Thai-inspired peanut sauce — creamy, savory, a little sweet, and a little spicy. It's a satisfying pantry-friendly bowl that's ready in about 15 minutes, served warm or at room temperature.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Creamy, savory, sweet, and a little spicy — all in one quick sauce.
- Ready in 15 minutes with mostly pantry staples.
- Delicious warm or cold, so it's great for meal prep too.
Ingredients Needed
- 2 packs ramen noodles (seasoning packets discarded)
- 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon grated garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons reserved noodle cooking water
- 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili crisp (optional)
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons crushed roasted peanuts
How to Make Peanut Butter Ramen
- 1Cook the ramen noodles in boiling water for about 2–3 minutes, until just tender. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the cooking water, then drain.
- 2While the noodles cook, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a bowl until smooth.
- 3Thin the sauce with the reserved noodle water, a little at a time, until it reaches a pourable but still thick consistency.
- 4Add the drained noodles to the bowl with the sauce and toss well until every strand is coated.
- 5Stir in sriracha or chili crisp if you want extra heat.
- 6Divide between bowls and top with scallions and crushed peanuts. Serve warm or at room temperature.
What to Add
Make it your own — here are a few ways to customize this bowl.
Protein
Shredded rotisserie chicken, crispy tofu, or a soft-boiled egg turns this into a full meal.
Vegetables
Shredded carrots, cucumber, or edamame add crunch and color.
Heat
Extra sriracha, chili crisp, or fresh sliced chilies push the spice further.
Freshness
A squeeze of lime and chopped cilantro brighten the whole bowl.
Reviews
Aisha K.
July 8, 2026So craveable. I make a double batch and eat it cold from the fridge all week.
Ronan G.
June 18, 2026Great flavor, easy to make. Added shredded carrots for crunch and it was perfect.
Delilah S.
May 31, 2026Kids loved this one, and I loved how fast it came together.
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Peanut Butter Ramen
4.6 from 90 reviews
This peanut butter ramen coats noodles in a Thai-inspired peanut sauce — creamy, savory, a little sweet, and a little spicy. It's a satisfying pantry-friendly bowl that's ready in about 15 minutes, served warm or at room temperature.
Ingredients
- 2 packs ramen noodles (seasoning packets discarded)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon grated garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons reserved noodle cooking water
- 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili crisp (optional)
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons crushed roasted peanuts
Instructions
- 1Cook the ramen noodles in boiling water for about 2–3 minutes, until just tender. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the cooking water, then drain.
- 2While the noodles cook, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a bowl until smooth.
- 3Thin the sauce with the reserved noodle water, a little at a time, until it reaches a pourable but still thick consistency.
- 4Add the drained noodles to the bowl with the sauce and toss well until every strand is coated.
- 5Stir in sriracha or chili crisp if you want extra heat.
- 6Divide between bowls and top with scallions and crushed peanuts. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving
Nutrition is an estimate and will vary based on the exact ingredients and brands used.