Pad Thai Recipe
Traditional Thai stir-fried noodles with chicken.
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Ingredients
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Noodles
Protein
Vegetables
Sauce
Garnish
Oils
Method
Preparation
- 1
Soak Noodles
Soak the rice noodles in warm water for about 20-30 minutes or until they are soft, then drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare Chicken
Slice the chicken breast into thin strips and season with salt and pepper.
- 3
Chop Vegetables
Thinly slice the carrot, red bell pepper, and chop the green onions. Mince the garlic.
Cooking
- 4
Stir-Fry Chicken
In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken and stir-fry until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
Add Vegetables
Add the minced garlic, sliced carrots, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
- 6
Add Noodles and Sauce
Add the soaked rice noodles to the skillet along with the soy sauce, fish sauce, tamarind paste, brown sugar, and lime juice. Toss everything together and stir-fry for about 3-5 minutes until heated through.
Serving
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Remove the skillet from heat. Serve the Pad Thai hot, garnished with bean sprouts, crushed peanuts, cilantro, and lime wedges on the side.