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Vegetarian Drunken Noodles

Savor Flavor with Easy Vegetarian Drunken Noodles

Savor the vibrant flavors of Vegetarian Drunken Noodles, a quick and delicious dish perfect for any weeknight meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 8 ounces Wide Rice Noodles Substitute with dried rice noodles or fettuccine if fresh is unavailable.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetarian Oyster Sauce Try mushroom stir-fry sauce as an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Light Soy Sauce Ensure it's from a vegan-friendly brand.
  • 1 tablespoon Dark Soy Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Coconut sugar for a more authentic taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Broth/Water Adjust consistency as needed.
For the Aromatics
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced finely.
  • 2-3 Thai Chilies Adjust the number for spice level.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Chinese Broccoli (Gai Lan) Substitute with regular broccoli or bok choy.
  • 1 Bell Pepper Feel free to mix in any vegetables on hand.
For the Protein
  • 14 ounces Tofu Press and pan-fry for best results.

Equipment

  • Wok
  • Non-Stick Skillet
  • Medium bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Start by pressing the tofu for about 15 minutes to remove excess moisture. Cube into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet, add tofu, and pan-fry until golden brown, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the vegetarian oyster sauce, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, and vegetable broth to make the sauce.
  4. Prepare the noodles; for fresh noodles, rinse under warm water and drain. For dried noodles, cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  5. Heat oil in a wok, add minced garlic and chilies, and stir for about 30 seconds. Then add sliced onion and julienned carrot, cooking until softened.
  6. Toss in Chinese broccoli and bell pepper, stir-frying until tender-crisp, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Add prepared noodles and crispy tofu to the wok, gently tossing everything together for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Pour the sauce over the noodle and vegetable mixture, tossing continuously for 2-3 minutes until evenly coated.
  9. Add fresh basil leaves and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 700mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Prep all ingredients before starting to ensure a smooth cooking process. Adjust spice level and ingredients to personal preference.

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