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Creamy Spicy Peanut Butter Linguine with Charred Edamame

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A quick, flavorful, and comforting pasta dish featuring a creamy spicy peanut butter sauce paired with smoky charred edamame. Perfect for vegetarian meals and ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) linguine pasta
  • 1/3 cup (80 g) creamy or natural peanut butter
  • 1 cup (240 ml) full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) soy sauce
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons (5–10 ml) sriracha
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon (5 g) fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 1/2 cups (240 g) shelled edamame, thawed if frozen
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon (5 g) brown sugar
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons (30 g) crushed peanuts (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Cook the linguine: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 oz (225 g) linguine and cook according to package instructions, usually 9-11 minutes for al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup (120 ml) pasta water.
  2. Char the edamame: Heat 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 1/2 cups (240 g) shelled edamame. Let them sit undisturbed for 2-3 minutes to get good char marks, then toss and cook for another 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Prepare the sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup (80 g) peanut butter, 1 cup (240 ml) full-fat coconut milk, 2 tablespoons (30 ml) soy sauce, 1-2 teaspoons (5-10 ml) sriracha, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon (5 g) brown sugar, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) grated ginger, and 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lime juice until smooth.
  4. Combine pasta and sauce: Return the skillet to medium heat. Pour the sauce into the pan and warm gently, whisking constantly until it thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes. Add the drained linguine and toss to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until you reach desired creaminess.
  5. Add edamame and finish: Fold in the charred edamame and 1 teaspoon (5 ml) sesame oil. Cook together for another minute to marry the flavors.
  6. Garnish and serve: Plate the linguine and sprinkle with sliced green onions and crushed peanuts if using. Serve immediately while warm and creamy.

Notes

Char the edamame properly by letting it sit undisturbed to get smoky brown spots. Use full-fat coconut milk for a creamy sauce. Whisk peanut butter with coconut milk and soy sauce off heat to prevent lumps. Adjust sriracha to taste. Save some pasta water to loosen sauce if needed. Adding lime juice brightens the dish and helps fix sauce separation.

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Keywords: peanut butter pasta, spicy linguine, charred edamame, vegetarian pasta, quick dinner, creamy peanut sauce, plant-based protein

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