Description
Drunken Noodles, also known as Pad Kee Mao, are a bold and spicy Thai noodle dish made with wide rice noodles, fresh vegetables, aromatic basil, and a deeply savory sauce. This easy homemade version is ready in just 30 minutes and delivers authentic Thai street food flavor with customizable heat.
Ingredients
8 oz wide rice noodles
2 Tbsp sesame oil or canola oil
2 shallots, chopped
2 carrots, thinly sliced
1 large chicken breast, chopped (or shrimp or tofu)
3 large garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon fresh minced ginger
1 zucchini, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
2 green onions, chopped
1 Roma tomato, sliced
1 cup fresh Thai holy basil leaves, roughly chopped
3 Tbsp oyster sauce
1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons fish sauce
2 teaspoons brown sugar
2 Tbsp water
1 teaspoon Thai red chili paste
Instructions
1. Cook the wide rice noodles according to package instructions, drain well, and set aside.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, water, and chili paste.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
4. Add shallots and carrots and stir-fry for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Add the remaining oil and the chicken, season lightly with pepper, and cook until fully cooked.
6. Add garlic and ginger and stir continuously for about 10 seconds.
7. Add zucchini, bell pepper, tomato, and the white parts of the green onions and cook for 2 minutes.
8. Add the cooked noodles to the pan and pour the sauce evenly over the top.
9. Toss everything together and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until heated through.
10. Remove from heat and stir in the fresh basil.
11. Serve immediately garnished with remaining green onions and extra chili sauce if desired.
Notes
Use high heat for the best authentic Thai flavor.
Thai holy basil is traditional, but regular basil can be used if unavailable.
Adjust the chili paste to control the spice level.
Prepare all ingredients before cooking since the dish comes together quickly.
Serve immediately for the best texture and aroma.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 1529mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 36mg