I Can’t Stop Eating This Weight Watchers Friendly Thai Noodles Recipe

These weight watchers friendly thai noodles are delicious.

It’s an incredibly versatile recipe. For the Thai Noodles, you can choose your protein, like cubed chicken or tofu, and an array of fresh vegetables. The sauce is crafted with the perfect blend of soy sauce, ginger, and a touch of tamarind paste or lime juice and Stevia. Don’t forget the peanuts; they not only add flavor but also enhance the overall texture.

Why you should try Thai Noodles:

There are numerous reasons to give this dish a try. It offers a diverse culinary experience, adaptable to your taste preferences. Don’t be intimidated by the array of vegetables; you can customize them while maintaining the quantity. Additionally, if you’re looking for a gluten-free recipe, Thai Noodles fit the bill.

Yield: 4 servings

Preparation time: 20 minutes

Cooking time: 15 minutes

Serving size: 311 grams or approximately 1 1/4-1 1/2 cups

Ingredients:

Veggies

• 1 cup spiralized carrots, 110 g.
• 1 cup julienned yellow bell pepper, 100 g.
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms, 70 g.
• 1 cup bean sprouts, 90 g.
• 1 cup snow peas, 65 g.
• 1 bunch green onions, sliced, 45 g.

Protein

• 1 block tofu, cubed, 100 g.
• 1 cup cubed chicken breast, 200 g.

Sauce

• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• ¼ teaspoon chili flakes
• ¼ cup soy sauce, reduced sodium
• 1 teaspoon stevia
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon of ginger grated
• 1 tablespoon tamarind paste (optional)

Others:

• 100 g. rice noodles
• 1/8 cup peanuts, 20 g. (optional)

Instructions:

Spiralize the carrots, julienne the yellow bell pepper, slice the mushrooms, cube the tofu and chicken breast, and chop the green onions. Soak the noodles in hot water for about three minutes, then drain excess water and set aside.

Season the chicken cubes and tofu with salt, pepper and soy sauce.

In a large wok or skillet, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add cubed tofu and chicken, and stir-fry until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add carrots, green onions and yellow bell pepper; stir-fry until vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp.

Then, add mushrooms, snow peas, and bean sprouts.

Combine vegetables with tofu and chicken, then add rice noodles. Stir to mix evenly.

Meanwhile, whisk together the remaining soy sauce, stevia, chili flakes, lime juice, cornstarch, and ¼ cup water in a small bowl. Pour the sauce over the pasta and gently toss until evenly coated. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to your liking. Serve immediately, topped with crunchy peanuts for extra flair.

Variations and Substitutions:

Thai Noodles are incredibly versatile, allowing for various adaptations:

• Vegetables: Choose from a wide range, including onions, scallions, celery, carrots, bell peppers, bean sprouts, bamboo shoots, green beans, snow peas, mushrooms, zucchini, or broccoli.
• Proteins: Opt for chicken, tofu, shrimp, or even lean pork or beef.
• Sauces: Experiment with different sauces like oyster sauce, fish sauce, Thai sauce, or tamari. If you only have soy sauce, mix it with lime juice or vinegar, grated ginger, and a touch of Stevia.
• Points Saver: Swap rice noodles for zucchini noodles to save on Weight Watchers points.

Tips and Tricks for making Thai Noodles:

• Noodle Preparation: Rice noodles are thin and cook quickly; simply soak them in hot water for a couple of minutes. Avoid overcooking to prevent sticking.
• Vegetable Arrangement: If using hard vegetables like carrots, cut them into thin strips or spiralize them. Add vegetables to the pot considering their cooking times, with harder ones first.
• Sauce Thickening: Use a bit of cornstarch to thicken the sauce; it significantly enhances the final result.
• Moderate Salt Usage: Be cautious with salt; soy sauce already contains a considerable amount.
• Serve Hot: Consume them instantly; Thai Noodles are best enjoyed when served hot.

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WW Points

Carrots 0 points
Yellow bell pepper 0 points
Mushrooms 0 points
Uncooked bean sprouts 0 points
Snow peas 0 points
Walmart Sliced Green Onions 0 points
Firm tofu 0 points
Uncooked boneless skin-less chicken breast 0 points
Sesame oil 4 points
Tokyo Joe’s Poke Bowls Chili Pepper Flakes (toppings) 0 points
Soy sauce 1 point
Kroger Stevia 0 points
Cornstarch 0 points
Fresh lime juice 0 points
Fresh ginger 0 points
Dry rice noodles 11 points
Peanuts 3 points