Thai Basil Sauce Noodles with Jammy Eggs

Step 1

If using eggs, bring a large pot of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Using a slotted spoon, carefully lower eggs into water one at a time. Cook 6½ minutes, adjusting heat to maintain a gentle boil. Transfer eggs to a bowl of ice water with slotted spoon; reserve pot with boiling water. Let eggs sit until just slightly warm, about 2 minutes.

Step 2

Gently crack eggs all over and peel, starting from the wider end, which contains the air pocket. Slice in half and set aside for serving.

Step 3

Blend raw garlic, Thai basil, and ½ cup oil in a blender or food processor until a smooth paste forms.

Step 4

Heat remaining ¼ cup oil in a large skillet over medium. Carefully scrape in Thai basil purée and add wine, sugar, and 1 tsp. Diamond Crystal or ½ tsp. Morton kosher salt. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and season with more salt if needed.

Step 5

Return reserved pot of water to a boil. Cook garlic chives and bean sprouts until chives are bright green and sprouts start to turn translucent, about 1 minute. Using slotted spoon, transfer to a small bowl.

Step 6

Cook noodles in same pot until al dente, about 5 minutes. Drain noodles and transfer to pan with sauce. Using tongs, toss noodles to coat.

Step 7

Divide noodles among bowls. Top with bean sprouts, garlic chives, fried garlic, and reserved eggs (if using) and drizzle with chili crisp.