Pad Thai
Pad Thai is a delightful stir-fried noodle dish that bursts with flavor, combining sweet, salty, and tangy elements in each bite. This easy-to-follow recipe allows you to recreate the vibrant essence of Thai street food right in your kitchen. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this Pad Thai offers a customizable experience with your choice of protein and veggies. Enjoy a tantalizing meal that’s not just delicious but also filled with memories of shared laughter and joy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
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- 8 oz flat rice noodles
- 1 lb protein (chicken, shrimp, or tofu)
- 2 large eggs
- 4 green onions, finely sliced
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 3 tbsp tamarind paste
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Soak the rice noodles in hot water for about 15 minutes until softened but firm. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together tamarind paste, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice until smooth.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated protein and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Toss in the soaked noodles and prepared sauce; stir-fry until well combined.
- Move noodles to one side and scramble the eggs on the other side of the pan before mixing everything together along with bean sprouts and green onions.
- Stir-fry for an additional minute or two until heated through; serve hot with extra lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 200mg