Street Style Thai Drunken Noodles Recipe
Experience the vibrant flavors of Thai street food with these classic Drunken Noodles. This recipe combines tender flat rice noodles with fresh vegetables, garlic, and your choice of chicken or shrimp, all stir-fried in a savory-sweet soy-based sauce for a deliciously quick and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
Noodles and Protein
- 8 oz flat rice noodles
- 8 oz boneless chicken or shrimp
Vegetables
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce and Oil
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Cook Noodles: Boil water in a large pot and cook flat rice noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to be added later.
- Heat Oil: Place a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil. Heat until the oil is shimmering and hot enough for stir-frying.
- Sauté Garlic: Add minced garlic to the hot oil and sauté for about one minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Cook Protein: Add your choice of boneless chicken or shrimp to the skillet. Stir-fry chicken for 3 to 5 minutes or shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes until fully cooked through and lightly browned.
- Cook Vegetables: Add sliced bell peppers, broccoli florets, and julienned carrots to the skillet. Stir-fry for about two minutes, allowing the vegetables to become slightly tender but still crisp.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the drained rice noodles to the skillet. Pour in low-sodium soy sauce and sprinkle brown sugar over everything. Toss thoroughly to mix all ingredients and heat evenly until everything is hot and well combined. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra spice, add chili flakes or fresh Thai chilies while stir-frying the vegetables.
- Use fresh flat rice noodles for the best texture; dried noodles should be soaked or boiled as per package instructions.
- The recipe is easily customizable with tofu for a vegetarian variation.
- Be careful not to overcook vegetables; they should remain crisp to preserve their nutrients and texture.
- Low-sodium soy sauce helps control the saltiness but adjust according to preference.
Keywords: Thai drunken noodles, stir-fry, rice noodles, chicken, shrimp, quick Thai recipe, street food, easy dinner
