Drunken noodles –
Alright, y’all! Get ready to dive into the flavors of Thailand with this delicious recipe for Thai Drunken Noodles. It’s a dish that brings all the good vibes with its stir-fried goodness and bold taste. Let’s get our cooking game on and whip up something amazing that’ll have everyone asking for seconds!
Thai Drunken Noodles
This dish is all about quick cooking and vibrant flavors. It’s super easy to make and packed with everything you love about Asian cuisine. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to spice up the weeknight dinner routine!
Ingredients
- 8 oz flat wide rice noodles
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (any color you like)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small carrot, julienned
- 1-2 Thai bird chilies, sliced (adjust to your heat preference)
- 1 cup of protein: chicken, shrimp, or tofu
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 2 tsp sugar
- 1/4 cup Thai basil leaves
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- First up, cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat up that vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Toss in the garlic and give it a quick stir for about 30 seconds till it gets fragrant.
- Next, add in the sliced onion and bell pepper, cooking them until they’re nice and tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Now, time to spice it up! Add the diced carrot and the Thai bird chilies, stirring for another minute or so.
- Throw in your choice of protein and cook it until it’s fully done, which should take about 5-7 minutes if you’re using chicken or shrimp.
- Now, let’s bring in those noodles! Add them to the pan along with the soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and sugar. Toss everything together, making sure those noodles soak up that flavor!
- Finally, stir in the Thai basil leaves just before serving, and give it a taste. Adjust the seasoning if you need to.
- Serve those bad boys hot with some lime wedges on the side to squeeze over for that fresh kick!
There you have it! A plate of Thai Drunken Noodles that’s sure to please. Perfect for a cozy dinner or to impress your friends at a gathering. Enjoy and share that love through food!
