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Pad Thai

Cultural Context

Pad Thai is a popular street food in Thailand, known for its balance of flavors and textures. It combines stir-fried rice noodles with a variety of ingredients, often reflecting local tastes and available produce. The dish has roots in Chinese cuisine and was popularized in Thailand during the mid-20th century as part of a national campaign to promote Thai identity.

ThaiTHmain
30 min
medium
2 servings
Servings4
150 grams Pad Thai noodles (soaked)
200 grams tofu cubes
60 grams shrimps
1 egg
20 grams spring onion
30 grams beansprouts
5 grams garlic (minced)
5 grams red onion (diced)
30 grams oil
1 lime wedge
crushed peanuts (for garnish)
30 ml fish sauce
25 grams sugar
30 ml tamarind paste
5 grams sweet paprika
5 grams sriracha

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.

1

Soak Pad Thai noodles in warm water until soft, then drain.

2

In a large pan, heat oil over medium heat.

3

Add tofu cubes and shrimps, cooking until shrimps are pink and tofu is golden.

4

Push ingredients to the side, crack in the egg, and scramble until cooked.

5

Mix in softened noodles, fish sauce, sugar, tamarind paste, sweet paprika, and sriracha.

6

Stir-fry everything together for a few minutes, then add beansprouts and spring onions.

7

Serve hot, garnished with crushed peanuts and lime wedges.

Cooking Techniques

stir-frying

Equipment Needed

large panspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Allergens

shellfishpeanuts

Also Known As

Phad ThaiPad Thai Noodles

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