Begin by boiling a large pot of water over high heat. Once at a rolling boil, add 8 ounces of spaghetti or your preferred noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically around 7–10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Once the noodles are perfectly cooked, carefully drain them in a colander. Plunge them into an ice bath for about 1 minute, then rinse under cold running water to halt the cooking process.

In a mixing bowl, combine ¼ cup of creamy peanut butter, 2 tablespoons each of low sodium soy sauce and rice vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup. Add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, along with 1-2 minced garlic cloves and 1 teaspoon of grated ginger. Whisk until a smooth, creamy sauce is achieved.

Gradually whisk in ¼ cup of hot water to adjust the peanut sauce's consistency. If it feels too thick, add more hot water, tasting as you go.

Once your peanut sauce has reached the right consistency, taste it and adjust flavors as needed—add more honey for sweetness or soy sauce for umami.

Add the drained noodles to the mixing bowl with the prepared peanut sauce. Gently toss everything together until the noodles are evenly coated.

Transfer the coated peanut noodles to a serving dish. Serve them warm or let them cool.

Garnish with your choice of optional toppings like chopped peanuts, sesame seeds, or sliced green onions for added flavor and crunch.

Enjoy your irresistible peanut noodles immediately, savoring the rich flavors and creamy texture.