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Drunken Noodles (Pad Kee Mao)

Quick and Flavorful Drunken Noodles (Pad Kee Mao) in 15 Minutes

Enjoy a quick and flavorful bowl of Drunken Noodles (Pad Kee Mao) in just 15 minutes, packed with vibrant vegetables and your choice of protein.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce substitute with vegetarian oyster sauce if avoiding shellfish
  • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce can be replaced with regular soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce use extra light soy sauce for a lighter dish
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce replace with more soy sauce or vegetarian oyster sauce for a non-seafood option
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar white sugar can be used as a substitute
For the Protein
  • 1 pound chicken thigh or protein of choice
For the Noodles and Vegetables
  • 8 ounces fresh rice noodles or dried wide rice noodles
  • 3-4 cloves garlic fresh cloves preferred
  • 1-2 pieces fresh Thai chili peppers adjust amount for desired spice level
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil or peanut oil
  • 1 cup Chinese broccoli or broccolini, spinach
  • 1 cup baby corn can swap with water chestnuts or bamboo shoots
  • 1 cup basil preferably Thai

Equipment

  • large nonstick pan
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon of light soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of dark soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of fish sauce, and 1 tablespoon of brown sugar. Stir well until the brown sugar is fully dissolved.
  2. Slice your chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and place them in a bowl. Pour in 1 tablespoon of dark soy sauce and toss to coat evenly. Let it sit for about 5 minutes.
  3. Peel and finely chop 3-4 cloves of garlic and 1-2 fresh Thai chili peppers. Grind them together until you achieve a fine paste.
  4. If using dried rice noodles, refer to the package instructions to rehydrate them by boiling in water for about 5-7 minutes until soft. For fresh noodles, slice them into strips.
  5. In a large nonstick pan, heat 2 tablespoons of canola oil over medium-high heat.
  6. Add the garlic and chili paste to the hot oil, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant and golden.
  7. Quickly add the marinated chicken to the pan, cooking undisturbed for about 2-3 minutes. Stir and flip for another 2-3 minutes.
  8. Toss in sliced Chinese broccoli and baby corn, stir-frying for about 2-3 minutes.
  9. Add the prepared rice noodles to the pan, then pour in your sauce mixture. Toss everything together, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
  10. Remove the pan from heat and fold in a handful of Thai basil.
  11. Plate your Drunken Noodles while hot, garnishing with additional basil or chili if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 1500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These Drunken Noodles can be customized with your favorite vegetables and proteins for a personalized touch.

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