Drunken noodles (pad kee mao)
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Drunken noodles (pad kee mao)

Spicy, savoury and full of punch, these Thai ‘drunken noodles’ are the ultimate fast food, ready in just 20 minutes

  • Prep:10 mins
    Cook:10 mins
  • Easy

Nutrition per serving

  • kcal 757
  • fat 23g
  • saturates 6g
  • carbs 101g
  • sugars 0g
  • fibre 4g
  • protein 33g
  • salt 7.62g

Ingredients

  • 200g flat rice noodles (choose wide noodles, if possible)
  • 2 tbsp neutral-tasting oil (such as vegetable)
  • 3 garlic cloves , finely chopped
  • 3 bird’s-eye chillies , finely chopped
  • 225g sirloin steak , thinly sliced
  • 100g long-stemmed broccoli , cut into 3-4cm pieces
  • large handful of Thai basil leaves
  • 3½ tbsp light soy sauce
  • 3½ tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp sugar

Method

  1. Prepare the noodles following pack instructions, then drain and set aside. Combine all the ingredients for the sauce in a small bowl or jug, and set aside.

  2. Heat the oil in a large wok or frying pan over a high heat and stir-fry the garlic and chilli for 20 seconds until just starting to turn golden. Add the steak and stir-fry for 1 minute until seared and starting to brown. Add the broccoli and stir-fry for another minute, then tip in the noodles and add the sauce. Stir-fry for another 1-2 mins until well combined and piping hot.

  3. Stir through the basil and turn off the heat. Serve immediately to avoid overcooking.

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