Vegan Drunken Noodles (Printer-Friendly)
Spicy Thai stir-fried wide rice noodles with vegetables, basil and chili peppers, ready in just 20 minutes for a quick weeknight meal.
# What You’ll Need to Cook:
→ Sauce Ingredients
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2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
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2 tbsp dark soy sauce
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4 tbsp vegetarian oyster sauce
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2 tbsp coconut sugar
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2 tbsp water
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Pinch chili flakes
→ Stir Fry Ingredients
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8 oz wide rice noodles
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1 ½ tbsp neutral oil (e.g., avocado oil)
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1 small white onion, peeled and thinly sliced (150 g, about 1 ¾ cups sliced)
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4-5 green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
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4 cloves garlic, minced (18 g)
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1 red bell pepper, chopped (185 g)
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3 cups chopped green cabbage (300 g)
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1-2 Thai red chilis, seeds removed and very thinly sliced
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1 cup fresh Thai basil or holy basil, plus more for serving
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Lime wedges, for serving (optional)
# Steps to Prepare:
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Follow the directions on the rice noodle package or transfer the noodles to a heat-proof bowl and cover with hot water. Soak noodles for 10-15 minutes, until just tender. Drain noodles, then set aside for cooking. Ensure the noodles are softened but slightly al dente, as they will finish cooking in the pan.
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Combine all sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Whisk until the sugar dissolves, then set aside.
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Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, add the onion, green onion, red pepper, and cabbage. Stir fry for 4-5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
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Add the minced garlic and stir fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Add the soaked noodles, prepared sauce, Thai basil, and sliced chilis to the pan. Toss to coat the noodles evenly and cook for 1-2 minutes until warmed through and the sauce is absorbed.
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Divide the noodles between serving bowls. Garnish with additional Thai basil, sliced chilis, and serve with lime wedges, if desired.
# Extra Cooking Tips:
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Fresh wide rice noodles are recommended for optimal texture but dried wide rice noodles can be used as an alternative.
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Thai or holy basil provide the most authentic flavor, but Italian basil can be substituted if needed.