Street Style Thai Drunken Noodles Recipe
A vibrant and flavorful Street Style Thai Drunken Noodles recipe featuring flat rice noodles stir-fried with garlic, colorful vegetables, and your choice of chicken or shrimp. This dish combines savory soy sauce and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar for a perfectly balanced, quick, and satisfying meal inspired by classic Thai street food.
- Author: Cleo
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: Halal
Noodles and Sauce
- 8 oz flat rice noodles
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
Protein
- 8 oz boneless chicken or shrimp
Vegetables
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
Other
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 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 prevent overcooking.
- Heat Oil and Garlic: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant, taking care not to burn.
- Cook Protein: Add the boneless chicken or shrimp to the skillet. Stir-fry until fully cooked through—approximately 3-5 minutes for chicken or 2-3 minutes for shrimp—stirring constantly for even cooking.
- Add Vegetables: Toss in the sliced bell peppers, broccoli florets, and julienned carrots. Stir-fry for another two minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp to retain texture.
- Combine and Season: Return the cooked noodles to the skillet. Add the low-sodium soy sauce and brown sugar. Toss everything together thoroughly until the noodles are evenly coated and the dish is heated through. Adjust seasoning if desired, then serve immediately.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add sliced fresh chili or a sprinkle of chili flakes during cooking.
- Use tamari or coconut aminos for a gluten-free soy sauce alternative.
- Substitute chicken or shrimp with firm tofu for a vegetarian option.
- To keep noodles from sticking, toss them with a small amount of oil after draining.
- Fresh herbs like Thai basil or cilantro can be added as garnish for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 1/2 recipe)
- Calories: 430 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: Thai Drunken Noodles, Pad Kee Mao, Stir-fry, Rice Noodles, Chicken Stir-fry, Shrimp Stir-fry, Quick Thai Recipe