Classic Pad Thai
Ingredients
For the Sauce:
- 3 tbsp fish sauce
- 3 tbsp palm sugar (or brown sugar)
- 2 tbsp tamarind paste
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
For the Noodles:
- 8 oz rice noodles
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz firm tofu, cubed
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 4 green onions, chopped
- ¼ cup roasted peanuts, crushed
- Fresh lime wedges
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
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Prepare the Noodles:
Soak rice noodles in warm water for 30 minutes until soft but still firm. Drain and set aside.
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Make the Sauce:
In a small bowl, combine fish sauce, palm sugar, tamarind paste, and rice vinegar. Stir until sugar dissolves.
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Cook the Protein:
Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add garlic and tofu, cook until golden brown. Push to one side.
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Add Eggs:
Crack eggs into the wok, scramble until just set but still moist.
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Combine Everything:
Add drained noodles and sauce. Toss everything together until noodles are well-coated and heated through.
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Add Fresh Ingredients:
Stir in bean sprouts and green onions. Cook for another minute.
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Serve:
Top with crushed peanuts, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges. Serve immediately.
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Pro Tips
- Don't soak the noodles for too long - they should be firm but pliable.
- Have all ingredients prepped before starting to cook - this dish comes together quickly!
- Use high heat and work quickly to maintain the wok hei flavor.
- Feel free to substitute tofu with shrimp or chicken.
- Adjust the fish sauce and sugar to taste - everyone's preference is different.