Rice Noodles with Spicy Peanut Sauce

 

8 oz.’ flat rice noodles

1/2 C. peanut butter

3 T. tamari or other soy sauce

2 tsp. lime juice

1 tsp. brown sugar

½ tsp. red pepper flakes

1 C. water

One 15-oz. can stir-fry vegetables, drained

2 T. chopped roasted peanuts

 

Soak the noodles in boiling water until soft, about 15 minutes. While the noodles are softening, prepare the sauce. In a bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, tamari. Lime juice, sugar, red pepper flakes, and 1/2 C. the water. Blend until smooth. Transfer the peanut sauce to a large pot and stir in as much of the remaining water as needed to give it a desirable consistency. Heat the sauce over low heat, stirring occasionally. Add the vegetables and heat through until hot. Keep warm. Drain the softened noodles and add to the pot. Toss gently to combine with the peanut sauce. Serve sprinkled with peanuts.