Follow these steps for perfect results
Salt
to taste
Vegetable oil
Garlic
halved and thinly sliced
Celery stalks
thinly sliced
Red bell pepper
cored, seeded and thinly sliced
Carrots
shredded
Spaghetti
Low-sodium soy sauce
Smooth peanut butter
Rice vinegar
Sesame oil
Scallions
thinly sliced
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Warm vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add garlic to the skillet and cook, stirring constantly, until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.
Remove the golden garlic with a slotted spoon and set aside.
Add celery, bell pepper, and carrots to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened but not browned, about 3-5 minutes.
Remove the vegetables from the heat.
Add spaghetti to the boiling water and cook until tender yet firm (al dente), about 10-12 minutes.
Drain the spaghetti well and rinse under cold running water.
In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, peanut butter, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until well blended and smooth.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the peanut butter mixture and toss until well coated.
Stir in the cooked vegetables into the noodle mixture.
Sprinkle the golden garlic and scallions over the pasta just before serving.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of soy sauce and rice vinegar to your taste.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
Garnish with toasted sesame seeds for added flavor and texture.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Serve in a bowl, garnished with extra scallions and golden garlic.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or a spring roll.
Pairs well with the nutty and tangy flavors.
A refreshing complement to the noodles.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Commonly found as street food and in restaurants across East Asia.
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