This authentic Pad Thai brings the vibrant flavors of Thailand straight to your kitchen. Silky flat rice noodles are stir-fried with garlic, tofu, and shrimp in a sweet, sour, and savory sauce made from fish sauce, tamarind, and palm sugar. Topped with crunchy peanuts, fresh bean sprouts, and a squeeze of lime, every bite offers a perfect balance of textures. It’s a quick weeknight meal that feels like a restaurant treat. Serve it family-style for a satisfying dinner that everyone will love.
Phat Thai
Description
This authentic Pad Thai brings the vibrant flavors of Thailand straight to your kitchen. Silky flat rice noodles are stir-fried with garlic, tofu, and shrimp in a sweet, sour, and savory sauce made from fish sauce, tamarind, and palm sugar. Topped with crunchy peanuts, fresh bean sprouts, and a squeeze of lime, every bite offers a perfect balance of textures. It&# 226;ÂÂs a quick weeknight meal that feels like a restaurant treat. Serve it family-style for a satisfying dinner that everyone will love.Ingredients
Directions
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Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the flat Thai noodles and cook for 7 minutes, or until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium heat. Add chopped garlic and stir-fry until fragrant and lightly golden.
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Add ground pork (or tofu for a vegetarian option) to the pan. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until cooked through and browned.
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Add the cooked noodles to the pan along with chopped peanuts, dried shrimp, and chopped sweet radish pickle. Toss gently to combine.
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Pour in fish sauce, sugar, red pepper flakes, and lime juice. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, ensuring the noodles are evenly coated with the sauce. Be careful not to break the noodles.
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Transfer the Pad Thai to a serving dish. Garnish with green onions, bean sprouts, and additional chili peppers if desired. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 270.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12.6g20%
- Saturated Fat 2.2g12%
- Cholesterol 42.0mg15%
- Sodium 1128.0mg47%
- Total Carbohydrate 32.6g11%
- Dietary Fiber 2.2g9%
- Sugars 1.0g
- Protein 11.0g22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For a vegan version, substitute fish sauce with soy sauce or tamari, and use tofu instead of pork.
Adjust the sugar and lime juice to balance the sweetness and acidity according to your preference.
Bean sprouts and green onions are best added just before serving to maintain their crunch and freshness.
If you prefer a spicier dish, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add fresh sliced chilies.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of water to restore moisture.
