Peanut Noodles

 2 oz whole wheat spaghetti

1 carrot halved and thinly sliced

1/3 cup hoisin sauce

1/4 cup smooth peanut butter

2 tbsp cider vinegar1 clove garlic, minced

1/2 tsp hot pepper sauce

1 cup  chopped cilantro

1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts

4 cups shredded Napa Cabbage (also known as Sui Choy & Chinese Cabbage)

1-1/2 cups bean sprouts         

In large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until tender but firm, about 8 minutes. Add carrots; cook for 30 seconds. Drain and rinse under cold water; set aside in colander.         

In large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup water, hoisin sauce, peanut butter, vinegar, garlic and hot pepper sauce until smooth. Add pasta mixture,  3/4 cup of the coriander; toss. Sprinkle with peanuts and remaining coriander.  

Serve Napa Cabbage and bean sprouts in a separate bowl to be mixed in individually.

This meal met with approval by all family members - no mean feat!!

(from old blog, posted by Jaime)