Pad Thai Recipe
rice noodles, slices of meat, egg, bean sprouts, peanuts and sauce
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Noodles
Soak the rice noodles in hot water for about 20-30 minutes until they are soft. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Cook the Protein
In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken or shrimp and cook until fully cooked. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- 3
Scramble the Eggs
In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil. Crack the eggs into the pan and scramble until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- 4
Combine Ingredients
Add the drained noodles to the skillet. Pour in the soy sauce, tamarind paste, fish sauce, and sugar. Toss to combine everything evenly.
- 5
Add Remaining Ingredients
Return the cooked chicken or shrimp to the pan, along with the scrambled eggs, bean sprouts, and chopped green onions. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
- 6
Serve
Garnish with crushed peanuts on top and serve warm.
