Description
Italian Drunken Noodles is a captivating fusion dish that marries the rich flavors of Italian cuisine with the spicy notes of Asian cooking. This unique meal combines Italian sausage, fresh vegetables, and wide rice noodles or fettuccine in a savory, slightly spicy sauce. It’s a versatile, mouth-watering recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
- Italian Sausage: 1 pound, sliced
- Bell Peppers: 2 large, assorted colors, sliced
- Onions: 1 large, thinly sliced
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
- Fresh Basil: 1 cup, chopped
- Wide Rice Noodles or Fettuccine: 12 ounces, cooked according to package instructions
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Soy Sauce: 1/4 cup
- Red Pepper Flakes: 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
- Italian Seasoning: 1 tablespoon
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients:
- Slice the Italian sausage into bite-sized pieces.
- Slice the bell peppers and onion into thin strips.
- Mince the garlic.
- Roughly chop the fresh basil.
- Cook Noodles:
- Boil water in a large pot.
- Cook the wide rice noodles or fettuccine until al dente according to package instructions.
- Drain and rinse under cold water, then set aside.
- Cook Sausage and Vegetables:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add sliced Italian sausage and sauté until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add sliced bell peppers and onions to the skillet, cook for 5 minutes until tender but crisp.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine and Finish:
- Add cooked noodles to the skillet, tossing with sausage and vegetables.
- Pour in 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, and 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning. Toss everything to coat evenly.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Remove from heat and stir in chopped fresh basil.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to suit your preferred spice level.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to manage salt intake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Fusion (Italian-Asian)
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g