Spicy Rice Noodles with Chicken, Basil and Lime

Spicy Rice Noodles with Chicken, Basil and Lime

Serves 3-4

Ingredients

  • 4-6oz pad thai rice noodles
  • 3 tablespoons asian fish sauce
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1-2 teaspoon sambal ((asian chili sauce))
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 shallots (thinly sliced)
  • 1lb ground chicken
  • bunch scallions (white and light green parts chopped)
  • 1 handful fresh basil leaves (chopped)
  • lime wedges (for serving)

Directions

1. Soak the rice noodles in hot water until tender, about 15 minutes or according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a small bowl, combine fish sauce, lime juice, sugar and samba and stir to combine.
3. Heat a wok or heavy skillet over hight heat. Add the oil and the shallots and stir fry until they are golden brown. Add the ground chicken and stir fry, using a spoon or metal spatula to break up the meat into small pieces, until cooked through. Add the noodles and the fish sauce mixture and toss well. Add the scallions and basil, toss again and serve immediately.