Drunken noodles (pad kee mao)

Ingredients

• •200 g flat rice noodles (choose wide noodles, if possible)
• •2 c. à soupe neutral-tasting oil (such as vegetable)
• •3 garlic cloves finely chopped
• •3 bird’s-eye chillies finely chopped
• •225 g sirloin steak thinly sliced
• •100 g long-stemmed broccoli cut into 3-4cm pieces
• •large handful of Thai basil leaves
• •3.5 c. à soupe light soy sauce
• •3.5 c. à soupe oyster sauce
• •1 c. à café fish sauce
• •1 c. à soupe sugar

Method

1. 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.
2. 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 for another 1-2 mins until well combined and piping hot.
3. 3.Stir through the basil and turn off the heat. Serve immediately to avoid overcooking.