Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 cup

crunchy peanut butter

14 unit

coconut milk

1 tbsp

curry powder

1 tbsp

sesame seeds

2 tsp

sugar

1 tsp

toasted sesame oil

0.25 tsp

garlic salt

0.25 tsp

black pepper

2 unit

green onions

thinly sliced

13 unit

linguine or spaghetti

Step 1
~3 min

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil (1 teaspoon salt per quart/litre).

Step 2
~3 min

Add pasta and cook for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 3
~3 min

Drain the pasta and set aside.

Step 4
~3 min

While the pasta is cooking, combine peanut butter, coconut milk, curry powder, sesame seeds, sugar, sesame oil, garlic salt, and black pepper in a saucepan.

Step 5
~3 min

Heat the mixture over medium-low heat, whisking constantly until smooth and just combined.

Step 6
~3 min

Taste the sauce and add chili peppers if desired for extra heat.

Step 7
~3 min

Add the drained noodles to the sauce and mix well to coat.

Step 8
~3 min

Serve the noodles on a platter or in bowls.

Step 9
~3 min

Garnish with the remaining green onions.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use full-fat coconut milk.

Adjust the amount of curry powder and chili peppers to your preference.

Garnish with chopped peanuts and cilantro for added flavor and texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve cold or at room temperature.

Pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring rolls
Cucumber salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southeast Asia

Cultural Significance

Satay is a popular street food in Southeast Asia, often served with a peanut-based dipping sauce.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Summer
Potluck

Popularity Score

70/100

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