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Drunken noodles (pad kee mao)

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step 1 Prepare the noodles following pack instructions, then drain and set aside. Combine all the ingredients for the sauce in a small bowl or jug, and set aside. step 2 Heat the oil in a large wok or frying pan ove...

Prep 15 mins
Cook 36 mins
Servings 6
Difficulty Hard
Per serving £1.16

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S by Steven Tobin · Published 30 Apr 2026
Drunken noodles (pad kee mao)

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step 1
Prepare the noodles following pack instructions, then drain and set aside. Combine all the ingredients for the sauce in a small bowl or jug, and set aside.

step 2
Heat the oil in a large wok or frying pan over a high heat and stir-fry the garlic and chilli for 20 seconds until just starting to turn golden. Add the steak and stir-fry for 1 minute until seared and starting to brown. Add the broccoli and stir-fry for another minute, then tip in the noodles and add the sauce. Stir-fry fo...

Instructions

  1. 1
    Prepare the noodles following pack instructions, then drain and set aside
  2. 2
    Combine all the ingredients for the sauce in a small bowl or jug, and set aside
  3. 3
    Heat the oil in a large wok or frying pan over a high heat and stir-fry the garlic and chilli for 20 seconds until just starting to turn golden
  4. 4
    Add the steak and stir-fry for 1 minute until seared and starting to brown
  5. 5
    Add the broccoli and stir-fry for another minute, then tip in the noodles and add the sauce
  6. 6
    Stir-fry for another 1-2 mins until well combined and piping hot
  7. 7
    Stir through the basil and turn off the heat
  8. 8
    Serve immediately to avoid overcooking

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Steven is the founder, recipe developer, and chief washer-upper at Budget Dinner Recipes. A passionate home cook from a big foodie family, he's spent years collecting and perfecting recipes from across the world — from Malaysian laksas and Kenyan curries to weeknight British classics. Family meals are at the heart of e…

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