Description
Authentic Pad Thai is a culinary gem that captures the vibrant essence of Thailand’s street food scene. This beloved dish features stir-fried rice noodles tossed with fresh vegetables and your choice of protein, all enveloped in a tangy-sweet sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. Topped with crushed peanuts and zesty lime wedges, this homemade version promises restaurant-quality flavor right in your kitchen. Ideal for casual gatherings or a comforting weeknight dinner, this easy Pad Thai recipe delivers a delightful and satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz flat rice noodles
- 1 cup chicken breast or firm tofu, cubed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup roasted unsalted peanuts, crushed
- 3 tbsp tamarind paste
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
Instructions
- Soak rice noodles in warm water for about 30 minutes until softened.
- In a bowl, mix tamarind paste, soy sauce, sugar, and a splash of water; set aside.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; stir-fry chicken or tofu until cooked (5-7 minutes), then remove.
- Add soaked noodles, bean sprouts, and green onions to the skillet; stir-fry for 3 minutes.
- Push noodles to one side; scramble eggs on the other side until cooked.
- Combine everything and drizzle the sauce over the mixture; toss well for another minute before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 120mg