Street Style Thai Drunken Noodles Recipe
This Street Style Thai Drunken Noodles recipe is a vibrant and flavorful stir-fry featuring tender flat rice noodles, succulent chicken or shrimp, and a medley of fresh vegetables tossed in a savory soy and brown sugar sauce. Inspired by the beloved Thai street food classic, this dish delivers a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and savory notes with a satisfying texture, ideal for a quick and nourishing weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 8 oz flat rice noodles
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 8 oz boneless chicken or shrimp
Instructions
- Cook the noodles: Boil water in a large pot and cook flat rice noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat oil: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté garlic: Add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Cook the protein: Introduce the chicken or shrimp into the skillet and stir-fry until cooked through, about 3-5 minutes for chicken or 2-3 minutes for shrimp.
- Stir-fry vegetables: Toss in bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots; stir-fry for another two minutes until slightly tender yet crisp.
- Combine noodles and sauce: Add the cooked noodles back into the skillet along with soy sauce and brown sugar. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
Notes
- You can substitute the protein with tofu for a vegetarian option.
- Adjust the vegetable types based on seasonal availability or preference.
- For a spicier version, add chili flakes or fresh sliced chili during the garlic sauté step.
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce to make this gluten-free.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the noodles’ optimal texture and flavor.
Keywords: Thai Drunken Noodles, Pad Kee Mao, stir-fry, Thai street food, quick dinner, rice noodles, chicken, shrimp, vegetables, Asian cuisine
