Cookbook Preview: 101 Thai Dishes You Need to Cook Before You Die, by Jet Tila

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Tempeh is more nutritious, while cottage cheese is budget-friendly.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Chicken breast is leaner, and canned tuna is often cheaper.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is lower in calories, while salt is a budget option.

Prepare rice noodles according to package instructions until soft, then drain.

In a large pan, heat oil over medium heat.

Add tofu and cook until golden.

Add vegetarian fish sauce, sugar, and chili powder to the pan.

Mix in softened rice noodles and stir-fry everything together for a few minutes.

Add bean sprouts and green onions, continuing to stir-fry.

Serve hot, garnished with crushed peanuts and lime wedges.

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