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Authentic Pad Thai

Cultural Context

Pad Thai is a quintessential Thai street food dish that combines stir-fried rice noodles with a variety of ingredients, including proteins and vegetables. It is often served with lime and crushed peanuts, enhancing its flavor profile. The dish reflects the culinary influences of Chinese immigrants in Thailand and has become a symbol of Thai cuisine worldwide.

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45 min
medium
2 servings
Servings4
1 cup palm sugar
1/2 cup tamarind paste
garlic
eschalots
dried chilies
40-50 ml vegetable oil
1/2 cup fish sauce

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu is lower in calories and suitable for vegetarians, while chicken is often more affordable.

rice noodles

🥗Healthier: whole grain noodles

💰Cheaper: regular pasta

Whole grain noodles offer more fiber, while regular pasta can be a budget-friendly substitute.

1

Peel and finely chop garlic.

2

Peel and finely chop eschalots.

3

Chop dried chilies and add to the mixture.

4

Chop palm sugar into small pieces.

5

Add 1 cup of palm sugar to the saucepan.

6

Add 1/2 cup of tamarind paste to the saucepan.

7

Heat 40-50 ml of vegetable oil in a saucepan.

8

Add chopped onions, garlic, and chilies to the oil and mix well.

9

Once lightly cooked, add palm sugar and mix.

10

Add 1/2 cup of fish sauce and mix.

11

Cook down the mixture until smooth, optionally blend for a smoother sauce.

Cooking Techniques

stir-fried

Equipment Needed

saucepanknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

shellfishpeanuts

Also Known As

Pad Thai

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