Thai Basil and Garlic Shrimp with Sticky Rice Noodles
This dish features plump shrimp stir-fried with fragrant Thai basil, pungent garlic, and a savory-sweet sauce. It's served over tender sticky rice noodles for a satisfying and flavorful dinner.
Prep Time
30 min
Difficulty
Easy
Servings
2
Calories
450 kcal
Instructions
- 1
Cook sticky rice noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
~10 min - 2
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, water, and red chili flakes (if using). Set the sauce aside.
~2 min - 3
Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan or wok over medium-high heat.
~1 min - 4
Add minced garlic and stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
~1 min - 5
Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
~4 min - 6
Pour the prepared sauce into the pan and bring to a simmer. Stir to coat the shrimp.
~2 min - 7
Add the cooked sticky rice noodles and Thai basil leaves to the pan. Toss everything together until the noodles are heated through and the basil is wilted.
~3 min - 8
Serve immediately.
Tips
- For extra flavor, add a tablespoon of fish sauce to the sauce mixture.
- If you can't find sticky rice noodles, regular rice noodles or even spaghetti can be substituted, though the texture will be different.
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