Italian Drunken Noodles are a delicious twist on a classic pasta dish, inspired by Thai drunken noodles but using Italian ingredients. It’s made with wide pasta, Italian sausage, and a flavorful tomato and wine sauce that gives the dish its “drunken” flair.
Here’s a recipe for Italian Drunken Noodles:
Italian Drunken Noodles
Ingredients:
- 12 oz (340g) pappardelle or fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb (450g) Italian sausage (mild or spicy, according to taste), casing removed if using links
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 orange bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup (240ml) dry white wine
- 1 can (14.5 oz / 400g) diced tomatoes, with juices
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped (about 1/4 cup)
- Fresh Italian parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Olive oil