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Vegetarian Drunken Noodles


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  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring silky wide rice noodles, pan-fried tofu, and an assortment of crisp vegetables in a bold savory sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (about 450g) Fresh Wide Rice Noodles (Sen Yai)
  • 1 (14-16 oz) block Extra-Firm Tofu, pressed and cut into cubes
  • 34 tablespoons High-Heat Cooking Oil
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) Vegetarian ‘Oyster’ Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons (45ml) Light Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) Dark Soy Sauce
  • 1.5 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) Rice Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) Water or Vegetable Broth
  • 68 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 25 Thai Chilies, sliced
  • 1 large bunch (about 250g) Chinese Broccoli (Gai Lan)
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper, sliced
  • 1/2 medium Onion, sliced
  • 1 small Carrot, julienned (optional)
  • 1 cup Holy Basil, leaves picked
  • 12 sprigs Young Peppercorns (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat 1-2 tablespoons of oil in a large wok over medium-high heat. Add the cubed tofu, frying until golden brown, then remove from the pan.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the vegetarian oyster sauce, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, and water.
  3. Gently separate fresh rice noodles and rinse with warm water if sticky. If using dried, cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  4. Heat remaining oil in the wok and stir-fry garlic and chilies until fragrant.
  5. Add onion and carrot (if using) and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes. Then, add Chinese broccoli stems and bell pepper, stirring until tender-crisp.
  6. Add prepared rice noodles to the wok, tossing gently. Return crispy tofu to the wok and pour in the sauce, tossing until well-combined.
  7. Add Chinese broccoli leaves and holy basil, stir-frying until the basil wilts. Remove from heat.

Notes

For best results, ensure tofu is well-pressed, and handle noodles gently to avoid clumping. Adjust heat level with chilies as desired.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-fry
  • Cuisine: Thai

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 54g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg