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Delicious plate of Pad Thai garnished with peanuts and lime.

Pad Thai

A comforting and flavorful stir-fry dish featuring rice noodles, customizable proteins, and a tangy-sweet sauce that brings the taste of Thailand to your kitchen.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Noodles and Protein
  • 200 g rice noodles Opt for high-quality rice noodles for authentic texture.
  • 200 g chicken, sliced You can substitute this with shrimp or tofu based on your preference.
  • 2 pieces eggs Choose organic for the best flavor.
Vegetables and Toppings
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, etc.) Fresh seasonal vegetables provide the best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons peanuts, crushed Can be swapped for cashews.
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped For a burst of freshness.
Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons fish sauce Essential for umami flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Use low-sodium soy sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon tamarind paste Critical for signature sweet and tangy flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon sugar Regular granulated sugar works.
Cooking Oil
  • 2 tablespoons oil for cooking Avocado oil is recommended.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Soak the rice noodles in warm water for about 30 minutes until pliable, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix together the fish sauce, soy sauce, tamarind paste, and sugar until well combined.
Cooking
  1. In a wok or large pan, heat oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the sliced chicken and stir-fry for about 4-5 minutes until cooked through.
  3. Push the chicken to one side of the pan, crack the eggs onto the other side, and scramble until set.
  4. Add the mixed vegetables and drained noodles to the pan, then pour in the Pad Thai sauce, and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes.
Serving
  1. Transfer your Pad Thai to serving plates and top generously with crushed peanuts and cilantro.

Notes

Don’t overcook the noodles. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can prepare the sauce in advance and store it in the fridge. Adjust spice level as desired.