Italian Drunken Noodles with Colorful Vegetables and Herbs is a flavorful and vibrant dish that combines the bold flavors of Italian cuisine with the comforting elements of noodles and fresh vegetables. Here’s a recipe to make this delightful dish:
Ingredients:
- 8 ounces wide rice noodles (pad Thai noodles)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 orange bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup capers
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh oregano leaves
- 1/4 cup fresh thyme leaves
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions:
- Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and thinly sliced onion to the skillet and sauté until fragrant and softened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the thinly sliced bell peppers to the skillet and cook until slightly softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced Kalamata olives, and capers. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Add the torn basil leaves, chopped parsley, oregano leaves, and thyme leaves to the skillet. Stir to combine and let the herbs wilt slightly.
- Pour the dry white wine over the vegetable mixture and simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Season the vegetable mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked rice noodles to the skillet and toss everything together until the noodles are well coated with the sauce and vegetables.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is heated through.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and serve the Italian drunken noodles with colorful vegetables and herbs immediately.
- Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired, and enjoy!
This Italian drunken noodles dish is bursting with flavor from the colorful assortment of vegetables and aromatic herbs. It’s perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal or for entertaining guests with its vibrant presentation.