Spicy Thai Drunken Noodles (Pad Kee Mao)

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Spicy Thai Drunken Noodles (Pad Kee Mao).

1. Step 1

   To start your delicious dish, soak the dried rice noodles in a bowl of hot water for about an hour, or until they become soft and white.

2. Step 2

   Once they’re ready, drain them and set them aside, letting the anticipation build for the tasty meal ahead.

3. Step 3

   Next, grab a wok or a large skillet and warm up 1 and a half teaspoons of olive oil over low heat.

4. Step 4

   Toss in 2 minced garlic cloves and stir them frequently until they turn a lovely brown and crisp, which should take about 2 to 3 minutes.

5. Step 5

   Now, it’s time to add those soaked noodles to the wok, along with half a teaspoon of thick soy sauce and 2 teaspoons of sugar.

6. Step 6

   Stir-fry everything together until the noodles soak up the soy sauce and take on a beautiful brown color, which should take around 3 minutes.

7. Step 7

   Once they’re perfectly cooked, remove the noodles from the skillet and set them aside, feeling proud of your progress.

8. Step 8

   In the same wok, add the remaining 1 and a half teaspoons of olive oil over low heat.

9. Step 9

   Add the other 2 minced garlic cloves and let them cook until they’re browned and crisp, just like before, in about 2 to 3 minutes.

10. Step 10

    Now, crank up the heat to medium-high and introduce sliced pork, minced serrano pepper, chopped basil, half a teaspoon of thick soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and a pinch of salt to the mix.

11. Step 11

    Stir-fry this vibrant combination until the pork is no longer pink and starts to brown, which should take about 5 minutes.

12. Step 12

    Finally, return those beautifully cooked noodles to the wok and add in some fresh bean sprouts.

13. Step 13

    Stir-fry everything together until it’s heated through, which should take another 5 minutes.

14. Step 14

    Enjoy the delightful aromas filling your kitchen as you prepare to savor this scrumptious meal!.