Chef John's Drunken Noodles

Chef John's Thai drunken noodles are easy to make and will satisfy you with their savory, spicy flavors.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 341 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 4 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce
• 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
• 8 ounces dried rice noodles
• 1 cup shallots, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 0.25 cup oyster sauce
• 6 teaspoons chile padi (bird's eye chiles), thinly sliced
• 2.5 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into strips
• 1 pound Chinese broccoli, sliced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Soak rice noodles in hot water until flexible, 10 to 15 minutes. Occasionally move the noodles around to separate them. Drain the water and cover with a wet paper towel.

Step 2

Combine oyster sauce, soy sauce, Asian fish sauce, maple syrup, sugar, and water in a small bowl.

Step 3

Heat vegetable oil and sesame oil in a wok, or large frying pan, over medium-high heat. Stir-fry shallots, chile peppers, and garlic until shallots are soft, about 2 minutes. Move the mixture around the outside of the pan to create a space and add chicken. Sear for 1 minute, then combine with shallot mixture. Add Chinese broccoli stems and stir-fry until tender, about 2 minutes. Add Chinese broccoli leaves and stir-fry until wilted.

Step 4

Add drunken noodle sauce and sliced green onions and mix. Cook until sauce begins to simmer. Add soaked rice noodles and toss to coat until noodles have absorbed the sauce and are cooked through, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 5

Stir in Thai basil leaves until wilted. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve.