1lbscooked rice noodles or spaghetticooked to al dente, drained and rinsed
1lime
6 to 8ozsmoked chickencooled and sliced thin or chopped
basil
crushed peanuts
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and saute the veggies in 1 tablespoon sesame oil until just softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat, season with salt and allow to cool.
Whisk the remaining 2 tablespoons sesame oil, peanut butter, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey together in a large bowl. Add the minced garlic and Thai red pepper along with a pinch of salt. Toss in the cooked pasta to coat.
Squeeze the juice of the lime over the salad.
If desired, add the chopped chicken, or serve the pasta in a bowl with the smoked chicken atop.
Garnish with crushed peanuts and fresh basil.
Notes
Replace the Thai Chili with crushed red pepper flakes if desired. Be sure to add a bit at a time, to taste.