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Better Than Takeout Thai Drunken Noodles.

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These Better Than Takeout Thai Drunken Noodles are a spicy, savory stir-fry of wide rice noodles, vegetables, basil, and a bold soy-oyster-fish sauce blend. Ready in 30 minutes, they’re fresh, flavorful, and faster than delivery.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stir-Fry
  • Cuisine: Thai
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Ingredients

8 ounces wide rice noodles

1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or liquid aminos)

3 tablespoons oyster sauce

1 tablespoon Thai fish sauce

2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup

2 tablespoons sesame oil or extra virgin olive oil

1/2 pound boneless chicken breast, cut into strips (optional)

2 shallots, thinly sliced

3 cloves garlic, minced or grated

12 red Fresno or jalapeño peppers, seeded and chopped

4 green onions, chopped

1 medium zucchini, cut into ribbons or chopped

1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

2 carrots, cut into ribbons or chopped

1 cup fresh Thai basil (or regular basil), roughly chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook rice noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, honey, and 1/3 cup water.
  3. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add chicken (if using), season with black pepper, and sear until browned.
  4. Add shallots, garlic, Fresno peppers, and green onions. Cook 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  5. Stir in zucchini and bell pepper. Cook 5 minutes until tender.
  6. Pour in sauce mixture. Simmer 5 minutes over medium-high heat until slightly thickened.
  7. Add noodles, carrots, and basil. Toss well to coat and cook 3–5 minutes until heated through.
  8. Serve warm, topped with extra basil.

Notes

  • Use Thai basil for authentic flavor, or substitute with regular basil.
  • For vegetarian, omit chicken and fish sauce and use soy-based oyster sauce.
  • Spice it up with Thai bird’s eye chilies instead of Fresno peppers.
  • Add protein like shrimp, beef, or tofu for variety.
  • Top with toasted peanuts or cashews for crunch.

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