Pepper’s Korat-Style Pad Thai

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt + vinegar

Soy sauce is lower in sodium and suitable for vegetarians.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu provides protein while being budget-friendly.

tamarind paste

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Lime juice offers acidity with fewer calories.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: cashews

Sunflower seeds are nut-free and affordable.

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok until hot.

Crush a handful of garlic and add it to the wok.

Add chicken breasts (or chicken thighs or bacon) to the wok and cook until done.

Add 2 tablespoons of Thai soy sauce and mix well.

Add vinegar and pickled jalapenos for spice.

Lightly scramble the mixture in the wok.

Add cut-up Chinese broccoli and green onions to the dish.

Finish with nuts on top.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary

Allergens