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Pad Mama Stir-Fry

Cultural Context

Originating from Thailand, Pad Mama Stir-Fry is a beloved dish that showcases the convenience of instant noodles combined with fresh vegetables and savory sauces. It's a popular choice for a quick meal, especially among students and busy professionals. The dish reflects the Thai love for balance in flavors and textures, making it a comforting yet satisfying option. Today, variations can be found in many countries, adapting to local tastes while maintaining its core essence.

ThaiTHmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 packs mama noodles
1 tablespoon pork flavor seasoning
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup carrots, sliced
1 medium onion, sliced
1 cup green cabbage, chopped
1 cup roma tomatoes, diced
2 large eggs, beaten
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon fish sauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

oyster sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: hoisin sauce

Hoisin sauce provides a similar sweetness and depth of flavor.

mama noodles

🥗Healthier: whole grain noodles

💰Cheaper: instant ramen

Instant ramen is more affordable and still works well in stir-fries.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive than vegetable oil.

green onions

🥗Healthier: chives

💰Cheaper: regular onions

Regular onions can add flavor at a lower cost.

1

Break Mama noodles into quarters.

2

Add pork flavor seasoning, sugar, and garlic oil into a mixing bowl.

3

Prepare vegetables: slice carrots, onions, and chop green cabbage.

4

Boil a pot of water and cook the noodles for exactly 1 minute until loosened.

5

Run cold water over the noodles for 5 seconds to stop cooking, then shake off excess water.

6

Add the noodles to the seasoning bowl and toss to mix well.

7

Heat vegetable oil in a wok.

8

Add minced garlic to the oil and sauté until golden.

9

Add the sliced vegetables and stir-fry until they are tender-crisp.

10

Add soy sauce and fish sauce to the vegetables and stir.

11

Push the vegetables to the side and add eggs to the wok, breaking the yolks.

12

Let the eggs cook halfway, then add the noodles on top of the eggs.

13

Toss everything together and let it sear for a bit.

14

Once the eggs are cooked and browned, turn off the heat.

15

Add chopped roma tomatoes, green onions, and cilantro, and mix well.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingstir-frying

Equipment Needed

wokpotmixing bowlspatula

Spice Level:

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Allergens

soywheat

Also Known As

Mama Noodles Stir-FryPad Mama

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