Jul 14 2026
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Pad Kee Mao (drunken Noodle) Recipe

Inspired by Thai Meric Eatery & Bar
Time45m
Serves2

Thin rice noodle, scallion, bean sprout, garlic, onion, tomato, bell pepper, basil

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Ingredients

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Noodles

Vegetables

Sauce

Oil

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the noodles

    Soak the thin rice noodles in hot water for about 20-30 minutes until soft. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Chop the vegetables

    Thinly slice the scallions, onion, and bell pepper. Chop the tomato into wedges. Mince the garlic.

  3. 3

    Prepare the sauce

    In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, chili paste, and sugar. Stir well and set aside.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Heat the oil

    In a large wok or skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

  2. 5

    Stir-fry the vegetables

    Add minced garlic, sliced onion, and bell pepper to the hot oil. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.

  3. 6

    Add noodles and sauce

    Add the soaked rice noodles to the wok along with the prepared sauce. Toss everything together to combine well.

  4. 7

    Finish with basil and bean sprouts

    Add the bean sprouts, scallions, and fresh basil leaves into the wok. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through and well mixed.

  5. 8

    Serve

    Remove from heat and serve hot. Garnish with extra basil if desired.

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