Street Style Thai Drunken Noodles are a deliciously spicy and flavorful stir-fried noodle dish that's quick and easy to make at home. Featuring chewy wide rice noodles coated in a savory and slightly sweet sauce with vibrant veggies and tender protein, this dish is a fantastic comfort meal for busy weeknights. This beginner-friendly recipe uses pantry staples and simple ingredients for a fuss-free dinner. Pair it with my Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli for a full flavorful meal.
Why You'll Love Street Style Thai Drunken Noodles - Easy Homemade Spicy Stir-Fry Recipe
Make Street Style Thai Drunken Noodles at home with this easy, quick recipe. Delicious, spicy, and packed with flavor—perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Quick and easy to prepare in under 40 minutes.
- Bold, authentic Thai flavors with a perfect balance of spicy, savory, and sweet.
- Uses simple pantry staples and fresh veggies for a budget-friendly meal.
- Versatile recipe – customize with your favorite proteins or make vegetarian.
Ingredients for Street Style Thai Drunken Noodles - Easy Homemade Spicy Stir-Fry Recipe
Rice Noodles: Fresh wide rice noodles work best; dried noodles can be used but soak according to package instructions.Protein: Chicken is traditional, but tofu or shrimp make great substitutes for a vegetarian or pescatarian version.Oyster Sauce: Use vegetarian oyster sauce or mushroom sauce for a meat-free dish.Chili: Adjust chili flakes or fresh chilies based on your spice tolerance.
- Rice Noodles: Fresh wide rice noodles work best; dried noodles can be used but soak according to package instructions.
- Protein: Chicken is traditional, but tofu or shrimp make great substitutes for a vegetarian or pescatarian version.
- Oyster Sauce: Use vegetarian oyster sauce or mushroom sauce for a meat-free dish.
- Chili: Adjust chili flakes or fresh chilies based on your spice tolerance.
Ingredient Note: Full measurements for Street Style Thai Drunken Noodles - Easy Homemade Spicy Stir-Fry Recipe are listed in the printable recipe card below.
How to Make Street Style Thai Drunken Noodles - Easy Homemade Spicy Stir-Fry Recipe
Step 1 — Prep & Preheat
Prepare the noodles: If using dried rice noodles, soak them in warm water until just pliable, then drain. Fresh noodles can be separated gently.
Step 2 — Cook and Build Flavor
Cook the protein and veggies: Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add garlic and onions, sauté until fragrant. Add sliced chicken or tofu and cook until browned and cooked through. Add bell peppers and broccoli, stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.
Step 3 — Finish, Taste, and Adjust
Make the sauce and combine: Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, dark soy sauce, brown sugar, and chili flakes in a small bowl. Add drained noodles to the pan, pour sauce over, and toss everything together with fresh basil until noodles are evenly coated and heated through.
Expert Tips for Street Style Thai Drunken Noodles - Easy Homemade Spicy Stir-Fry Recipe
- Use high heat when stir-frying for the best sear and texture.
- If noodles stick, add a little oil or water to loosen them while cooking.
- Fresh Thai basil is key for authentic flavor; substitute with sweet basil if unavailable.
Street Style Thai Drunken Noodles - Easy Homemade Spicy Stir-Fry Recipe
Make Street Style Thai Drunken Noodles at home with this easy, quick recipe. Delicious, spicy, and packed with flavor—perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz wide rice noodles (fresh or dried)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers (red or mixed colors)
- 1 cup broccoli florets (optional)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1/2 lb chicken breast or tofu, sliced thin
Seasonings & Flavor Boosters
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce (or vegetarian oyster sauce)
- 1 tbsp fish sauce (optional)
- 1 tbsp dark soy sauce (for color)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1–2 tsp chili flakes or fresh Thai chilies, chopped (adjust to taste)
- Fresh Thai basil leaves, handful
Optional Toppings
- Lime wedges
- Extra chili flakes
- Chopped peanuts
Instructions
How to Make Street Style Thai Drunken Noodles
- Prepare the noodles: If using dried rice noodles, soak them in warm water until just pliable, then drain. Fresh noodles can be separated gently.
- Cook the protein and veggies: Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add garlic and onions, sauté until fragrant. Add sliced chicken or tofu and cook until browned and cooked through. Add bell peppers and broccoli, stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Make the sauce and combine: Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, dark soy sauce, brown sugar, and chili flakes in a small bowl. Add drained noodles to the pan, pour sauce over, and toss everything together with fresh basil until noodles are evenly coated and heated through.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately with lime wedges and optional toppings like chopped peanuts and extra chili flakes.
Nutrition (per serving)
Storage, Freezing & Reheating
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended (texture changes).
- Serve/Reheat: Best chilled or at room temperature.
Street Style Thai Drunken Noodles - Easy Homemade Spicy Stir-Fry Recipe FAQs
Yes, you can prep the sauce and chop veggies ahead, but it's best to cook and toss with noodles fresh to preserve texture.
Use vegetarian oyster sauce or mushroom soy sauce for a plant-based alternative.
Place leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and consume within 3 days. Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water.
Over-soaking noodles or cooking on too low heat can cause sogginess. Use high heat and drain noodles well before stir-frying.
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