Prep all your ingredients beforehand. Drunken noodles cook quickly, so it’s important to have everything sliced, minced, and measured before you start cooking. This is called mise en place and it’s always a good idea for any stir fry recipe!
Be sure the pan is hot. A very hot pan is key! Lower heat means a longer cooking time, which means your noodles are more likely to be mushy and the veggies will be softer too.
Serve with red pepper flakes on the side, if needed. If not everyone can agree upon how hot to make these drunken noodles, make them with the preferences of the least heat tolerant eater in mind. Everyone else can add red pepper flakes to their
Variation Ideas
Add a protein. Diced firm tofu or even Vegan Chicken would both work well. Because these proteins have a tendency to soak up sauces, consider making extra. Or, serve the drunken noodles with Fried Tofu on the side.
Try other vegetables. Snap peas, green onion, carrots—there are so many options!
How to Store Leftovers
Refrigerator: Drunken noodles can be stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days in an airtight container. I don’t recommend freezing this recipe, as the noodles and veggies will both be mushy.
To reheat: Microwave leftovers, eat them cold or at room temperature, or warm them up in a skillet over medium-high heat. (You may need to add a little bit of water if they’re sticking together.)
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