Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsHat YaiPad Cha Recipe

Pad Cha Recipe

Inspired by Hat Yai
Time30m
Serves2

stir-fried cuttle fish, shrimp & manila clams, kraichai, lime leaf & thai basil, Spicy!

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Gather all ingredients and prepare them as listed.

  2. 2

    Heat the Oil

    In a large wok or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Stir-fry Aromatics

    Add minced garlic and sliced Thai chili to the hot oil. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Add Seafood

    Add the sliced cuttlefish, shrimp, and manila clams to the wok. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and the clams open up.

  5. 5

    Add Vegetables

    Add the sliced kraichai, torn lime leaves, and a handful of Thai basil leaves. Stir to combine.

  6. 6

    Season the Dish

    Pour in the soy sauce and oyster sauce. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with additional Thai basil if desired.

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