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Drunken Noodles (Pad Kee Mao)

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  • Author: mohamed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-frying
  • Cuisine: Thai
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant dish of wide rice noodles, fresh vegetables, and bold sauces capturing the essence of Thai street food.


Ingredients

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  • 8 oz wide rice noodles
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup cooked chicken or shrimp (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • Fresh basil leaves
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice noodles: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the wide rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat the skillet: In a large skillet or wok, warm the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Sauté the garlic: Add the minced garlic to the pan, stirring quickly for about 30 seconds until golden and aromatic.
  4. Add vegetables: Toss in the sliced bell pepper and broccoli, sautéing until just tender, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Incorporate the protein: If using, add cooked chicken or shrimp, stirring to combine.
  6. Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and brown sugar.
  7. Pour in the sauce: Add the sauce mixture to the skillet, stirring well.
  8. Toss in the noodles: Add the cooked noodles and mix until heated through.
  9. Finish with fresh basil: Stir in fresh basil leaves off the heat.
  10. Serve and enjoy: Plate the noodles with lime wedges.

Notes

Customize with additional vegetables or proteins as desired. Avoid overcooking the noodles.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg