In the 1980s, when I was in New York City at college, I had an engrossing love affair. My amour and comfort in the city? Noodles with peanut sauce!
Chinese takeout was on speed dial back in the day. Restaurant noodles to go and my studies went hand-in-hand.
Low Carb Kelp Noodles with Peanut Sauce
I almost had to give up this culinary romance when I was diagnosed with Celiac Disease in the 1990s and went on the Gluten Free Diet.
Low and behold, in 2010 I discovered kelp noodles, a truly magical food made of seaweed. From this life changing find, my Low Carb Kelp Noodles with Peanut Sauce recipe was born.
Noodle Recipes Asian
I’m a sucker for noodle recipes that are Asian and am currently developing a Vietnamese Noodles with Sweet Chili sauce recipe –sugar free of course.
That’s the issue with so many Asian noodle recipes, there’s quite a bit of added sugar, which I diligently try to keep out of my Low Carb Diet.
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Peanut Sauce for Noodles
By utilizing my favorite sweetener –stevia, my Low Carb Kelp Noodles with Peanut Sauce recipe is sugar free.
Noodle Recipes Homemade
Delicious and healthy are the best things about my homemade noodle recipes, and the same goes for homemade food in general.
We can control exactly what’s in it, warding off unwanted sweeteners and nasty chemical additives.
Healthy Noodle Recipes Simple
Healthy noodle recipes are easy because all you need are Low Carb Veggie Noodles or Kelp Noodles smothered in healthy sauce.
Still, gluten free sesame noodles will always have my heart! I hope you enjoy this copycat recipe for Chinese food as much as we do!
Low Carb Kelp Noodles with Peanut Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 package kelp noodles
- ¼ cup creamy roasted almond butter or creamy peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 2-3 teaspoons ume plum vinegar
- 3 drops stevia
Instructions
- Soften noodles using my secret method
- In a small bowl combine almond butter, sesame oil, ume vinegar, and stevia
- Toss noodles with sauce
- Serve
Equipment
You’ve come to the right spot if you’re looking for keto healthy noodles! I’m just thrilled about these Low Carb Kelp Noodles with Peanut Sauce.
Please note, though, that if you don’t soak your kelp noodles properly, they will have a seaweed-ish type crunch to them.
If you follow the steps to soften them, this sesame kelp noodles dish will be a special kind of healthy magic.
Dinner Recipes Healthy Easy
Staying on the topic of healthy and easy dinner recipes, here are some of our family favorites.
They all pair perfectly with my amazing Low Carb Kelp Noodles with Peanut Sauce recipe, so half your nutritious meal is already taken care of.
Speaking of healthy recipes, did you know kelp is high in antioxidants and fights free radicals?
Chicken Recipe for Dinner
Below are an array of dinner ideas to accompany my Low Carb Kelp Noodles with Peanut Sauce. We’ll start with my healthy chicken dinner recipes, then on to fish, and finish strong with vegetarian accompaniments.
Noodle Recipes with Chicken
The Asian Stir Fry with Chicken recipe from my book, Paleo Cooking from Elana’s Pantry, served over Sesame Kelp Noodles, is a total palate pleaser.
Full of nutritious fresh vegetables, this is one of our family’s favorite easy, healthy dinners.
Chicken Recipe on Grill
My Spicy Chicken with Grilled Lime is created with tender bone-in chicken marinated in lime juice, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. The citrus and smokey flavors pair perfectly.
We love this chicken recipe, straight from the grill too, yes, you guessed it — over Low Carb Kelp Noodles with Peanut Sauce.
Recipe with Leftover Chicken Breast
If you’re looking for a cold noodle dish on a hot summer day, serve Low Carb Kelp Noodles with Peanut Sauce over leftover chicken breast recipes such as:
Side Dish for Salmon
I love salmon, it’s one of my favorite superfoods.
My sesame noodles are a fabulous side dish for seafood –try them with Salmon Wasabi Burgers or Keto Chipotle Lime Salmon for a refreshingly light yet satisfying dinner.
Noodle Recipes Vegetarian
Good noodle recipes that are both gluten free and vegetarian are not that easy to find.
If you can eat soy, this Spicy Peanut Tofu Bowl from the gorgeous website, This Savory Vegan, would be AMAZING over my Sesame Kelp Noodles recipe. Just be sure to use gluten free hoisin sauce if you make this heavenly combo.
Gomasio
Healthy need not stop at condiments. Calcium-rich sesame seeds are the star of this family favorite. As you can see from the photo above, my Gomasio recipe is easy enough to have your kids put on a chef’s hat.
I started making Gomasio for the boys when they were toddlers, and they soon took over the job for me, standing at the stove, stirring in their striped pajamas.
We sprinkle Gomasio on everything from kale, to noodle recipes that are Asian, and anything that deserves a little healthy crunch!
Healthy Sesame Noodles Recipe
So, now that I’ve shared the healthy sesame noodles recipe you’ve all been waiting for, you no longer need wonder, are cold sesame noodles healthy, because all of my recipes are nutritious, carb-conscious, and delicious enough to become perpetual family favorites.
Noodle Zucchini Recipes
If you’d like additional choices for healthy noodle dishes and want to learn how to make low carb noodles, check out my recipe for Zoodles, as well as how to use veggies for any Low Carb Noodles Recipe.
Recipes with Kelp Noodles
Finally, if you’re looking for other serving ideas for kelp noodles, try them smothered in homemade marinara sauce or Grandma’s bolognese for a classic Italian meal.
I haven’t tried using kelp noodles for Italian-style recipes yet, only Asian. If you have, please leave a comment and let me know, it might spark my imagination!
This recipe for Low Carb Kelp Noodles with Peanut Sauce is an oldie but goodie from the archives. I first shared it in 2012.
Kimberlee says
Thank you for sharing !
Madeline says
Just made this for me and my newly gluten free toddler. We love it! Thank you for introducing us to kelp noodles!
Elana says
Madeline, you’re welcome!
Dean says
One serving.
Dean says
Should have added, it could serve 2-3 if using as a side.
Dean says
Just made this dish and it was delicious! I added a dash of cayene for spice. The noodles I soaked in boiling water with lemon juice, and they were the perfect texture. I had tried them before and found them too crunchy. This will be one of my new favorites. Thank you for all your wonderful recipes.
Elana says
Dean, I’m so happy to hear that this is a favorite!
Dale Engelberg says
i want to make this recipe, but i would love to know which nom nom paleo recipe you liked with the noodles.
Patti says
Hello. I just made this but added a touch of tamari and a tiny bit of hot chili sesame oil. Yum!
Elana says
Patti, I’m so happy to hear this was delicious!
Maryanne says
Thank you so much! I’ve been paleo only two weeks and I’m thrilled so find something creative to do with kelp noodles.
Elana says
You’re welcome Maryanne!
Chris Spink says
Love this recipe keep them coming. Thanks
Chris
Elana says
Chris, you’re welcome! I’m so glad to hear you love this recipe :-)
sa says
This recipe is SO good.
I add red cabbage, red onion, tomato, and sometimes broccoli and it is STUPID amounts of amazing.
Thank you!!
Elana says
Sa, I’m so glad to hear this dish is amazing!
Nancy says
No thanks…it is not SCD legal food. Too high in polysaccharides.
Next recipe!
Elana says
Nancy, thanks so much for your feedback! Here’s a link to my SCD recipes for you:
https://elanaspantry.com/diets/specific-carbohydrate-diet/
Enjoy!
Elana