Pad Thai
Learn how to make the perfect Pad Thai at home with this easy and delicious recipe. Packed with vibrant flavors and textures, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 8 ounces flat rice noodles
- 3 tablespoons oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces uncooked shrimp, chicken, or extra-firm tofu, cut into small pieces
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup fresh bean sprouts
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup dry roasted peanuts
- 2 limes
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 5 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, or Tamarind Paste
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha hot sauce, or more, to taste
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
Instructions
- Cook noodles according to package instructions, then rinse under cold water.
- Combine all sauce ingredients in a bowl. Set aside.
- Heat oil in a large saucepan or wok over medium-high heat. Add protein, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook until protein is done.
- Push ingredients to the side, add eggs, and scramble. Add noodles, sauce, bean sprouts, and peanuts to the pan. Toss to combine.
- Garnish with green onions, extra peanuts, cilantro, and lime wedges. Serve hot!
Notes
Feel free to swap protein sources or adjust the spice level to suit your taste preferences.