Drunken Noodles Zoodles

Drunken Noodles Zoodles is a vibrant and flavorful low-carb twist on the classic Thai dish, featuring spiralized zucchini noodles tossed in a spicy and aromatic sauce. This dish is not only delicious but also quick to prepare, making it a perfect choice for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium
• Chicken breast - 200 grams, sliced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Carrot - 1 small, julienned
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Thai basil - 1 cup, fresh
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Oyster sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sriracha - 1 tablespoon
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Using a spiralizer, turn the zucchinis into zoodles and set aside.
2. In a large pan or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the sliced chicken breast and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Stir in the sliced red bell pepper and julienned carrot, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
6. In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, oyster sauce, Sriracha, and lime juice.
7. Add the zoodles to the pan, followed by the sauce mixture, and toss everything together until well combined and heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
8. Remove from heat and stir in the fresh Thai basil, allowing it to wilt slightly.
9. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it ideal for low-carb diets.
• High in protein from chicken, promoting muscle health and satiety.

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