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Jab Chai

Cultural Context

Jab Chai, a beloved Thai stir-fried noodle dish, reflects the country's vibrant street food culture. Often enjoyed as a quick meal, it showcases the harmony of flavors and textures that Thai cuisine is known for. The dish has gained popularity beyond Thailand, inspiring variations in many countries, often incorporating local ingredients.

ThaiTHmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb pork ribs
1 cup daikon, sliced
1 oz dried shiitake mushrooms
1 cup carrots, julienned
2 cups cabbage, shredded
1 cup Chinese broccoli, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon white pepper
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
2 tablespoons Golden Mountain sauce
1 tablespoon black soy sauce
4 cups water

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

oyster sauce

🥗Healthier: mushroom sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Mushroom sauce offers a similar umami flavor for vegetarians.

rice noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles are lower in calories, while spaghetti is more accessible.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: cashews

Sunflower seeds provide crunch with fewer allergens.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds a distinct flavor with potential health benefits.

1

Start by sautéing garlic in vegetable oil until aromatic.

2

Add pork ribs to the pot and stir to prevent garlic from burning.

3

Pour in water and add dried shiitake mushrooms and daikon.

4

Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, Golden Mountain sauce, and black soy sauce for seasoning.

5

Bring to a simmer and let cook for 30-40 minutes until pork is fork tender.

6

Remove shiitake mushrooms, slice them, and set aside.

7

Add carrots, cabbage, and Chinese broccoli to the pot and submerge them in the broth.

8

Cook for an additional 10 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Cooking Techniques

soakingsautéingstir-frying

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifemixing spoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

peanutssoy

Also Known As

Jab ChaiThai Stir-Fried Noodles

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