Pad Thai Recipe
Discover the delightful world of Thai cuisine with this authentic Pad Thai recipe. This stir-fried noodle dish is a beloved street food staple in Thailand, known for its balance of sweet, salty, and sour flavors. With a perfect combination of rice noodles, protein, and fresh vegetables, Pad Thai is not only delicious but also easy to prepare at home. Whether you’re a novice cook or an experienced chef, this recipe will guide you through creating a mouthwatering Pad Thai that captures the essence of Thailand.
Equipment
- Wok or large skillet Essential for stir-frying the noodles and other ingredients evenly.
- Measuring cups For accurate measurement of ingredients like rice noodles, sauces, and sugar.
- Measuring spoons To measure smaller quantities of sauces and seasonings.
- Spatula or wooden spoon For tossing and stirring the ingredients in the wok.
- Cutting board To chop vegetables and protein.
- knife A sharp chef’s knife for cutting ingredients.
- Mixing bowl For combining sauces and marinades.
- Colander To drain the soaked rice noodles.
- Serving bowls To plate the finished Pad Thai for serving.
- Lime Squeezer To easily squeeze lime juice over the dish before serving.
Ingredients
- 8 oz rice noodles
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu (your choice)
- 3 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon tamarind paste
- 2 tablespoons palm sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1/4 cup crushed peanuts
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Soak the rice noodles in hot water for about 10-15 minutes until soft; drain and set aside.
- In a large wok, heat vegetable oil over high heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Push the garlic to one side, pour in the beaten eggs, and scramble until fully cooked.
- Add the soaked rice noodles, bean sprouts, and your choice of protein to the wok.
- In a bowl, mix the fish sauce, tamarind paste, and palm sugar until well combined. Pour over the noodles.
- Toss everything together, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with crushed peanuts, lime wedges, cilantro, and green onions.
Notes
- Adjust the level of spiciness by adding chili flakes or fresh chilies if desired.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute the fish sauce with soy sauce or a vegetarian fish sauce alternative.
