Description
Pad Thai is a beloved Thai street food that combines the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and tangy flavors in every bite. This quick and easy recipe showcases stir-fried rice noodles tossed with fresh vegetables, your choice of protein—such as tofu or chicken—and roasted peanuts for an added crunch. The signature sauce made with tamarind paste, soy sauce, and brown sugar delivers an authentic taste that rivals your favorite restaurant dish. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at a dinner party, this Pad Thai recipe is customizable to suit various dietary preferences. Serve it hot with a squeeze of lime and a sprinkle of crushed peanuts to elevate your meal to new heights.
Ingredients
- Flat rice noodles
- Firm tofu or boneless chicken
- Fresh eggs
- Tamarind paste
- Low-sodium soy sauce
- Brown sugar
- Garlic
- Fresh vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, bean sprouts)
- Crushed peanuts
Instructions
- Soak rice noodles in warm water for 20 minutes until softened.
- In a bowl, mix tamarind paste, soy sauce, and brown sugar; set aside.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook cubed tofu or sliced chicken until golden brown; remove from pan.
- Stir-fry garlic and assorted vegetables until tender-crisp.
- Add soaked noodles and proteins to the skillet; pour sauce over and toss gently.
- Create space in the pan for eggs, scramble them quickly, then combine all ingredients.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg