Drunken Noodles Recipe
Spicy stir-fried flat noodles with basil, bell pepper, and onion.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Sauce
Optional Protein (Choose One)
Method
Prepare Noodles and Sauce
- 1
Cook the rice noodles
If using dried rice noodles, soak them in hot water for 20–30 minutes until pliable but not mushy. If using fresh noodles, gently separate them and set aside.
- 2
Make the sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, fish sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and water until well combined. Set aside.
Stir-Fry
- 3
Cook the protein (if using)
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add your choice of protein (chicken, shrimp, or tofu) and stir-fry until cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- 4
Sauté aromatics
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the wok. Add the minced garlic and chopped Thai chilies, stirring quickly for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 5
- 6
Combine noodles and sauce
Add the prepared rice noodles to the wok, followed by the cooked protein (if using). Pour the sauce over the noodles and toss everything together, cooking for 2–3 minutes until the noodles are evenly coated and heated through.
- 7
Finish with basil
Turn off the heat and immediately add the Thai basil leaves. Toss gently until the basil is wilted and the dish is aromatic.
