Drunken Noodles

Ingredients

• 400g dried rice noodles, 3mm width
• 300g pork shoulder, cut into thin strips
• 100g red capsicum, julienned
• 100g onion, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 long red chillies, sliced
• 30ml fish sauce
• 15ml lime juice
• 12ml palm sugar
• 25ml neutral oil
• 20g Thai basil leaves

Method

1. 1
   Cook rice noodles according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
2. 2
   Heat oil in a wok over high heat until wisping; add minced garlic and sliced chilli, fry 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. 3
   Add pork strips and stir-fry 4–5 minutes until cooked through.
4. 4
   Introduce capsicum and onion; toss continuously for 2 minutes until beginning to soften.
5. 5
   Pour in cooked noodles and toss to combine evenly.
6. 6
   Season with fish sauce, lime juice, and palm sugar; toss vigorously over high heat for 1 minute.
7. 7
   Fold in Thai basil just before plating; serve immediately.