Easy Pad Thai Recipe
Experience the delightful flavors of homemade Pad Thai with this quick and easy recipe. Combining rice noodles, your choice of protein, and a tangy tamarind sauce, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. With vibrant colors and enticing aromas, it’s sure to impress everyone at the table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
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- 8 oz flat rice noodles
- 2 tbsp tamarind paste
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup protein (shrimp, chicken, or tofu)
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Soak the rice noodles in warm water for about 15 minutes until softened. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together tamarind paste, soy sauce, brown sugar, and chili powder until smooth.
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Cook your chosen protein until golden brown (5–7 minutes).
- Add bell peppers and green onions; stir-fry for a few minutes until tender-crisp. Push to one side and scramble the eggs in the center until just set.
- Combine drained noodles with the sauce in the pan. Toss everything gently for about 2–3 minutes until evenly coated.
- Serve garnished with bean sprouts and lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 76g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: Customize with extra vegetables like broccoli or carrots for added nutrition. For a vegetarian version, use tofu instead of meat. Adjust chili powder according to your spice preference.