Drunken Noodles Recipe
Stir-fried rice noodles with meat, vegetables, and basil in a spicy sauce.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Noodles
Soak the rice noodles in warm water for about 20-30 minutes or until softened. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Cook the Protein
In a large wok or frying pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken or shrimp and stir-fry until cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- 3
Stir-fry Vegetables
In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil. Add the minced garlic and sliced red chili, stir-frying for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Then add the bell pepper and carrot, cooking until slightly tender.
- 4
Combine Ingredients
Add the drained noodles back into the pan along with the cooked protein. Pour in your choice of sauce (see below) and mix well. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
- 5
Add Basil
Remove from heat and toss in the Thai basil leaves, mixing until slightly wilted.
- 6
Serve
Serve hot with additional chili flakes if desired.
