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Drunken Noodles

Savor Spicy Drunken Noodles for a Quick Thai Feast

Enjoy Drunken Noodles, a quick Thai dish with smoky, savory, and spicy flavors, perfect for busy weeknights and customizable with chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 8 oz Medium Wide Rice Noodles Flat rice noodles can be used as an alternative.
For the Protein
  • 1 lb Chicken (Thighs or Breast) Substitute with shrimp or tofu for a vegetarian variation.
For the Sauce
  • 3 Tbsp Soy Sauce Use gluten-free soy sauce if needed.
  • 2 Tbsp Stir-Fry Sauce A mix of soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, ground white pepper, and chicken stock.
For the Aromatics
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic Essential for layering flavors.
  • 1 small Sliced Onion Provides sweetness and texture.
  • 2 pcs Thai Red Chili Peppers Adjust amount to control spiciness.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Baby Bok Choy Freshness is key.
  • 1 cup Holy Basil Regular basil can be used but will differ in flavor.

Equipment

  • Wok
  • Large bowl
  • Colander

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by cutting the chicken against the grain into thin strips. In a bowl, marinate the chicken with a teaspoon of soy sauce for about 15-20 minutes.
  2. While the chicken marinates, soak the medium wide rice noodles in hot water for 15-20 minutes until softened.
  3. Clean and chop the baby bok choy and holy basil, ensuring the bok choy leaves are separated and the stems are cut into bite-sized pieces.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine the ingredients for the stir-fry sauce.
  5. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned.
  6. In the same wok, add another tablespoon of oil, then add the sliced onions and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute.
  7. Add the prepared baby bok choy into the wok with the sautéed aromatics, cooking for approximately 30 seconds.
  8. Add the drained rice noodles to the wok along with the cooked chicken and its juices. Pour the pre-mixed sauce around the edges and toss everything together over high heat.
  9. Plate your hot Drunken Noodles and garnish with additional green onions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the protein or add extra vegetables to suit your taste.

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