Vegetarian Drunken Noodles The BEST Recipe! - Seonkyoung Longest (2024)

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Vegetarian Drunken Noodles da BEST Recipe!

One of my popular recipes is my Drunken Noodles and if you tried my drunken noodles recipe, you know the recipe is legit. This vegetarian drunken noodles recipe too, is a legit recipe! It’s something you want to keep in your kitchen and cook over and over again for yourself or for loved ones. It’s surprisingly easy to make for a large crowd and a very simple dish to fix as dinner for one.

Thai cuisine is one the most popular cuisine for delivery/take-out but when you do, it’s not only expensive but the flavor is always off. Either it’s too sweet, too greasy, not spicy enough, etc, etc… So for me, I always prefer to home-cooked Thai meal- unless the restaurant I can trust. But after I moved to Hawai’i, I don’t have the luxury of food delivery service anymore (Hawai’i has the service, it just doesn’t deliver to where I live.), so I don’t have much of a choice. lol!

Alrighty, it’s time to start the Vegetarian Drunken Noodles recipe!

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First, let’s marinate the tofu. You will need extra-firm to super-firm tofu, so they won’t break down too much while stir-frying. You can switch to any protein you’d like to use. If you don’t want to use soy, you can use mushrooms and extra veggies, super yummy!

Slice 8 o of tofu into 1/4-inch thin and marinate with…

  • 1 tsp vegan fish sauce or Yondu
  • 1 clove garlic, grated
  • Pinch of pepper

Combine all the ingredients with the tofu in a mixing bowl and let it marinate while preparing other ingredients, about 10 minutes.Vegetarian Drunken Noodles The BEST Recipe! - Seonkyoung Longest (6)

This is the vegan fish sauce I used. To be honest with you, it is super hard to find. I couldn’t find it in Hawai’i or Texas. It doesn’t sell online either. I was lucky that my friend Be (you know her, she shared Bun Bo Hue & Bun Rieu recipe with us!), she got it from a Vietnamese market in the Sacramento area and brought it to me. Thank you so much!!!

So, understanding it’s very hard to find this product, you can either use another brand of vegan fish sauce (I’ve tried and it’s not as good as this one but it will do the job!). But in my opinion, the second-best option is using Yondu. It will actually make as delicious as the vegan fish sauce I’m using.

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chop 8 cloves of garlic, 1 to 4 Thai chilis (I used Hawaiian chilis, super spicy!!), and slice 1 large shallot. Cut your choice of 6 oz vegetable into bite-sizes too. I’m using bok choy today, you can use broccoli, broccolini, yu choy, kale, spinach, zucchini, bell pepper, or whatever veggies you want to use!

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Heat a wok or a large skillet over high heat; add your choice of chili oil or cooking oil and swirl to coat. Add the garlic, chili, and shallot, stir fry for 30 seconds to 1 minute.

I used my extra chili oil because I love my drunken noodles spicy, garlicky, lot of basil and all but you can absolutely use regular cooking oil and still be as delicious!

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Add the marinated tofu and sear them for 1 to 2 minutes on each side. Add 1 tbsp of oil at a time if needed. When you stir-frying fatty animal meat, usually the fat melts down to the pan so you don’t have to but when stir-frying mushrooms or tofu, they absorb the oil. So unless you are using a non-stick pan, most likely you might need more oil at this point.

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Add 1 lb of fresh or prepared rice noodles and all the sauces down below.

Make sure to add all the sauce around the edge of the wok/skillet. So the sauce will slightly burn and will create a beautiful smokey flavor and aroma. Toss and stir everything together for 2 minutes. If your noodles are not done, add 1 tbsp of water at a time until it’s done. If the noodles are sticking too much, add 1 tbsp oil at a time. Fresh noodles will break down, and it’s ok.

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This is the fresh rice noodle I used. The same one that I used for my Chow Fun recipe too. In Maui, this is only one type of fresh rice noodle I can find- which means, you don’t have to sweat to find this brand.

The only challenge I can think of cooking drunken noodles is finding the fresh rice noodle. If you have a Vietnamese or Chinese grocery nearby, you might be able to find fresh rice noodles at the room temp shelving or refrigerator section. If you can’t find it, you can use dried wide rice noodles just rehydrated before use. It might not as silky as the fresh noodles, but you will still end up with super yummy delicious drunken noodles.

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Turn off the heat and add the basil leaves. Toss everything together and serve immediately with a lime wedge if you like. Enjoy!

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Vegetarian Drunken Noodles

★★★★★5 from 3 reviews
  • Author: Seonkyoung Longest
  • Total Time: 17 mins
  • Yield: 4 1x
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Ingredients

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For the Tofu

  • 8 oz extra firm tofu
  • 1 tsp vegan fish sauce or Yondu
  • 1 clove garlic, grated
  • Pinch of pepper

For the Stir-fry

  • 3 tbsp extra chili oil, regular chili oil, or cooking oil for a mild version
  • 8 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 to 4 Thai or Hawaiian chili, chopped
  • 1 large shallot, sliced
  • 6 oz bok choy, broccoli, or any green veggie you like
  • 1 lb fresh rice noodles or dried rice noodles soaked in hot water for 15 minutes and drained
  • 1 tbsp vegan fish sauce or Yondu
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp dark soy sauce, optional (it’s for color)
  • 2 tbsp vegetarian oyster sauce
  • 2 tbsp agave nectar or palm sugar
  • Pinch of pepper
  • Handful Thai or holy basil leaves

Instructions

  1. Combine all the ingredients for the tofu in a mixing bowl and let it marinate while preparing other ingredients, about 10 minutes.
  2. Heat a large skillet or a wok over high heat; add oil swirl to coat. Add the garlic, chili, and shallot, stir fry for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  3. Add the marinated tofu and sear them for 1 to 2 minutes on each side. Add more oil if needed. Now add in your choice of vegetable and stir fry for 1 minute.
  4. Add the noodles, vegan fish sauce, soy, dark soy, vegetarian oyster sauce, and agave nectar around the edge of the wok/skillet. Toss and stir everything together for 2 minutes. If your noodles are not done, add 1 tbsp of water at a time until it’s done. If the noodles are sticking too much, add 1 tbsp oil at a time. Fresh noodles will break down, and it’s ok.
  5. Turn off the heat and add the basil leaves. Toss everything together and serve immediately with a lime wedge if you like. Enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 7 mins

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FAQs

Are Drunken Noodles unhealthy? ›

And, Thai dishes don't tend to be terribly high in calories, either. Pad Thai and Drunken Noodles both have a moderate calorie count, making them a good choice at a restaurant. On top of that, they're packed with veggies and protein.

What makes Drunken Noodles drunken? ›

One explanation is that because the dish is so spicy, you would have to drink a lot to handle the spice. Another is that the extreme spice of the noodles is the only thing strong enough for inebriated people to taste.

What's better, Pad See Ew or Drunken Noodles? ›

For those who want a heady spicy delight, go for the Drunken Noodles or if you are looking for something savory and rich then it has to be Pad See Ew. Of course, we invite you to play around with both kinds of noodle dishes and see which you prefer.

What is the difference between Pad Thai and Kee Mao? ›

Whereas Pad Thai is nutty and sweet, Pad Kee Mao is spicy and savoury. Compared to Pad See Ew, the sauce of Drunken Noodles is lighter in colour and not as sweet. Also, neither Pad Thai nor Pad See Ew does not have Thai Basil in it, and it is not as spicy.

What is the healthiest Thai food to order? ›

10 of Our Favorite Healthy Thai Dishes, According to a Dietitian
  • Clear spicy Thai soup.
  • Hainanese chicken with rice.
  • Steamed fish.
  • Coconut lemongrass clams.
  • Garlic stir-fried vegetables.
  • Mango sticky rice.
  • Coconut water.
  • Tips.
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Which is healthier, Thai or Chinese food? ›

Thai food is often healthier than Chinese food. Thai food puts a focus on balance and variety. They are often light and the aromas are just as important as the taste of the food. Thai food uses less heavy sauces and oils than Chinese food uses that are healthier for you, if any oil at all.

What is closest to Drunken Noodles? ›

Pad See Ew looks similar to drunken noodles because of the wide rice noodles found in both dishes. But it's sauce is mostly made up of a combination of dark and light soy sauce and it's not spicy.

What is the real name for Drunken Noodles? ›

Drunken Noodles, also known as Pad Kee Mao (ผัดขี้เมา), is a stir fry noodle dish that is very popular in Thailand and found in most Thai restaurants.

What is the most popular Thai dish? ›

1. Pad Thai: Stir-fried noodles. An iconic Thai dish, Pad Thai is usually made with flat rice noodles, combined with seafood (or chicken or pork), egg, sauces and vegetables such as bean sprouts and shallots, served with a sprinkle of fresh herbs, chilli and roasted peanuts (optional).

What does see ew mean in Thai? ›

Pad See Ew, which means “stir fried soy sauce noodles”, is an extremely popular Thai street food meal and one of the most popular noodles dishes at Thai restaurants here in Australia.

Is chow fun the same as Drunken Noodles? ›

Pad Kee Mao, also known as Drunken Noodles, is the supercharged aromatic and herbaceous Thai version of Chow fun using the same wide flat rice noodles.

What does pad mean in Thai? ›

Pad thai is a popular Thai dish that can be prepared with a variety of ingredients. The word pad means “fried” and the word Thai means “dish.”

What is healthier, pad Thai or Drunken Noodles? ›

What's healthier - Pad Thai or Drunken Noodles? Overall, Pad Thai has less calories than Drunken Noodles. Pad Thai has 357 calories per cup whereas Drunken Noodles has 323 calories per cup.

Is Drunken Noodles real Thai food? ›

Drunken noodles or drunkard noodles is a Thai stir-fried noodle dish similar to phat si-io but spicier.

Why is Pad Thai so good? ›

There is a scientific reason why Pad Thai is so delicious. It follows a Thai culinary tradition of using all five tastes which are salty, sour, sweet, spicy and bitter. That is why the dish is so tantalizingly tasty!… It hits all five flavor profiles in the mouth!

How many calories are in a drunken noodle? ›

Pad Kee Mao - Drunken Noodles
Nutrition Facts 1 servings per container Serving size 6 oz Calories per serving 385Amount/serving
The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
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Are Korean noodles really unhealthy? ›

A study in 6,440 Korean adults found that those who regularly ate instant noodles had lower intakes of protein, phosphorus, calcium, iron, potassium, niacin and vitamins A and C, compared to those who didn't consume this food.

Are Thai noodles bad for you? ›

Possible downsides of Thai food

Fried rice and pad Thais are often made with larger proportions of white rice and rice noodles, compared with other ingredients. Eating too many refined carbs, such as white rice and noodles, has been linked to weight gain and a higher risk of type 2 diabetes and other diseases ( 27 ).

Is pad thai bad for diet? ›

It can definitely be a part of a balanced, well-rounded diet. While pad thai includes many nutritious ingredients, its sodium content is considerably high. You can reduce its sodium by requesting the eatery go easy on the sauce and salt-contributing condiments.

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