Pad Thai Woon Sen (Pad Thai with Clear Noodles) Easy Recipe | From Chef Nikky’s New Thai Cookbook!

glass noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: rice noodles

Zucchini noodles reduce carbs while maintaining texture.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu offers a plant-based option at a lower cost.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is easier to find and provides umami flavor.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: cashews

Sunflower seeds are nut-free and lower in calories.

Soak glass noodles in lukewarm water for about 30 minutes, ensuring they are covered.

Drain the noodles and set aside.

Heat vegetable oil in a large non-stick wok or skillet over medium-high heat.

Fry tofu cubes or strips until golden, then remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Add chicken to the skillet and stir fry until fully cooked.

Add shrimp and cook until no longer translucent, then move all proteins to the side of the skillet.

Crack eggs into the skillet and scramble until just set.

Add the soaked noodles and a little bit of water to create steam, ensuring the noodles don't overcook.

Once the noodles are soft, add back the tofu and pour in the Patti sauce, stirring until absorbed.

Turn off the heat and add bean sprouts and scallions, allowing residual heat to lightly soften them.

Serve immediately, topping with fresh bean sprouts, peanuts, Thai chili flakes, and lime.

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