Spicy Thai Basil Beef Noodles

Ingredients

• 200 g Rice noodles (pad thai style, medium width)
• 250 g Ground beef (or thinly sliced beef)
• 30 g Thai basil (fresh)
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 tsp Ginger
• 0.5 tsp Red chili flakes (or Thai chili)
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Oyster sauce
• 1 tsp Fish sauce
• 1 tsp Brown sugar
• 1 tbsp Lime juice
• 1 tbsp Neutral oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the rice noodles according to package directions (usually soak in hot water until tender, then drain). Set aside.

2. 2

   In a large pan or wok over medium-high heat, add oil and cook the beef until browned and cooked through, 6–8 minutes. Break up clumps as it cooks.

3. 3

   Add garlic, ginger, and chili flakes; stir for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.

4. 4

   Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Simmer for 1–2 minutes to form a glossy sauce, then turn heat to medium.

5. 5

   Add the drained noodles to the pan and toss until well coated and hot, 6–8 minutes. Add lime juice and toss again.

6. 6

   Turn off the heat and fold in Thai basil just until wilted, about 30–60 seconds. Serve immediately.