Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Street Style Thai Drunken Noodles, a beloved dish from Thailand that combines tender rice noodles with fresh vegetables and your choice of protein. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, offering a delightful harmony of spicy, savory, and aromatic notes. In just 30 minutes, you can create a colorful and satisfying meal that’s sure to impress family and friends. The versatility of this dish allows you to customize it with chicken, shrimp, or tofu, making it suitable for any dietary preference. Serve it hot with fresh herbs and lime wedges for an authentic Thai experience!
Ingredients
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- 8 oz wide rice noodles
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2–3 Thai bird chilies, sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Juice of 1 lime
- Optional protein: chicken, shrimp, or tofu
Instructions
- Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add bell pepper and green beans; stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
- Incorporate your chosen protein; cook until fully done.
- Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and sugar in a bowl; add to the skillet.
- Toss in the cooked noodles to coat with the sauce thoroughly.
- Stir in fresh basil and Thai chilies; cook for another minute.
- Squeeze lime juice over the dish before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 50mg