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Drunken Noodles (Pad Kee Mao)

Drunken Noodles (Pad Kee Mao)
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Drunken Noodles (Pad Kee Mao) is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Thai street food right to your kitchen. This quick meal features tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and chewy rice noodles all tossed in a savory sauce that packs a punch. With just 15 minutes of prep and cooking time, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings with friends and family. The customizable nature of this recipe means you can easily switch out proteins and veggies to suit your taste, making it as versatile as it is delicious. Get ready to impress everyone at your table with this delightful dish!

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 2 teaspoons light soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons dark soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 6 oz chicken thigh (about 1 thigh), thinly sliced (or any protein of your choice)
  • 1/4 teaspoon dark soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 3 to 5 fresh Thai chili peppers
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil (or peanut oil)
  • 4 stalks Chinese broccoli (or broccolini, or spinach, thin sliced at an angle)
  • 1/2 cup baby corn (or water chestnuts, or any desired crisp vegetables)
  • 12 oz fresh thick rice noodles (or 7 oz / 200 g wide dried rice noodles)
  • 1/2 cup basil, packed

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix oyster sauce, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, fish sauce, and brown sugar to create the sauce.
  2. Marinate sliced chicken with dark soy sauce for added flavor.
  3. Grind garlic and Thai chilis together until fine.
  4. Prepare fresh rice noodles by slicing or rehydrating dried noodles according to package instructions.
  5. Heat oil in a pan and sauté garlic and chilis for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Add marinated chicken and cook until lightly browned on one side before flipping.
  7. Toss in Chinese broccoli and baby corn; cook until chicken is no longer pink.
  8. Mix in the prepared noodles and sauce; toss until well combined.
  9. Stir in fresh basil leaves until just wilted.
  10. Serve hot with optional garnishes like lime wedges or chopped peanuts.

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