Quick Thai Noodles with Peanut Dressing - Great for Busy Days - Yummy Gusto

Ingredients

• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 6 ounces of dried noodles (choose from rice noodles, soba, linguini, or brown rice noodles)
• 4 cups grated or shredded carrots, radish, and red cabbage, mixed together
• 3 scallions, cut into slices
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped jalapeño, adjust amount to your spice level
• 1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped (swap with fresh mint or basil, if preferred)
• 1/4–1/2 cup roasted, chopped peanuts for sprinkling on top (optional)
• 2 garlic cloves
• 5 small slices of ginger, each about the size of a coin
• 1/3 cup lime juice from about two limes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 cup of any sweetener you like (honey, maple syrup, or agave all work)
• 1/4 cup soy sauce or use GF Braggs Liquid Aminos for gluten-free
• 1/2 cup peanut butter or swap with almond butter if you'd rather
• 1/4 cup sesame oil, toasted for bold flavor
• 1/2 cup of fresh orange juice (juice from one big orange)
• 1 – 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper or a splash of sriracha for heat
• Baked Sesame Ginger Tofu (check the link for the method)