Drunken Noodles (Pad Kee Mao)

Name: Drunken Noodles (Pad Kee Mao)
Total time: 2700 s
Yield: 2-3 people
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb Wide rice noodles (option to use Spaghetti or ramen noodles); 8 oz Protein of choice (tofu, chicken, pork, beef, shrimp); 3 tbsp Oil; 1.5 tbsp Chopped garlic; 1.5 cup Thai basil leaves or holy basil; 1 chopped Thai chili or more (optional); 1/2 cup Sliced Carrots (optional); 1/4 cup Sliced Bell Peppers (optional); 2 tbsp Oyster sauce; 1 tbsp fish sauce; 2 tbsp Light Soy Sauce; 2 tbsp Dark Soy Sauce; 1 tsp Sugar

Miriam Hershman @miriamhershman

Bay Area, CA

Pad Kee Mao, or Drunken Noodles, is a flavorful stir-fried noodle dish that kicks up the heat compared to Pad See Ew. While not as common in Thailand as it is in the U.S., it has become a fan-favorite. With its savory, spicy, and slightly sweet flavors, it’s a delicious and adaptable dish you can easily make at home.

Miriam Hershman @miriamhershman

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Ingredients

45 min

2-3 people

1 lbWide rice noodles (option to use Spaghetti or ramen noodles)
8 ozProtein of choice (tofu, chicken, pork, beef, shrimp)
3 tbspOil
1.5 tbspChopped garlic
1.5 cupThai basil leaves or holy basil
1chopped Thai chili or more (optional)
1/2 cupSliced Carrots (optional)
1/4 cupSliced Bell Peppers (optional)
Sauce
2 tbspOyster sauce
1 tbspfish sauce
2 tbspLight Soy Sauce
2 tbspDark Soy Sauce
1 tspSugar

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Steps

45 min

1

Sauce: Mix 2 tbsp Oyster sauce, 2 tbsp fish sauce, 2 tbsp Light Soy Sauce, 2 tbsp Dark Soy Sauce and 1 tsp Sugar.
2

Prepare the noodles. If using wide rice noodles, carefully separate the noodles apart. If using spaghetti or ramen, boil according to package directions and set aside.
3

Prepare the protein. Cook the protein of your choice in a teaspoon of light soy sauce and set aside.
4

Turn your pan to medium high heat. Sauté garlic and chilis for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5

Add in carrots and bell peppers (if using).
6

Turn heat up to high. Toss in the noodles and immediately top with sauce. Mix it so it is well-coated.
7

Let the noodles sit at high heat for a few minutes until they caramelize. This will help bring the flavor out.
8

Turn heat off. Stir in the basil.
9

Serve and enjoy. Top with chili flakes if you want more spice!

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Miriam Hershman @miriamhershman

on March 13, 2025 14:00

Bay Area, CA

Foodie who loves sharing recipes. Thai food holds a special place in my heart, but you'll find a variety of delicious dishes here. Here to make cooking fun, simple and tasty for everyone!