Jul 14 2026
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Pad Woon Sen Recipe

Time1h
Serves2

Pan-fried flat noodle, Chinese broccoli, black bean gravy

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Ingredients

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Noodles

Vegetables

Sauce

Protein (optional)

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Soak the Noodles

    Soak the flat rice noodles in warm water for about 30 minutes until they are soft. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash and chop the Chinese broccoli into bite-sized pieces. Peel and julienne the carrot. Mince the garlic cloves.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a small bowl, mix together dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, black bean paste, sugar, and water. Set aside.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Protein (optional)

    If using tofu, cut it into cubes. If using egg, beat it in a small bowl.

Cooking

  1. 5

    Stir-fry the Protein

    In a large skillet or wok, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the cubed tofu (if using) and stir-fry until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.

  2. 6

    Cook the Vegetables

    In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of oil. Add minced garlic and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Then add the Chinese broccoli and carrot, stir-frying for about 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.

  3. 7

    Add the Noodles

    Add the soaked noodles to the skillet, tossing them with the vegetables.

  4. 8

    Combine with Sauce

    Pour the prepared sauce over the noodles and vegetables. Toss well to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.

  5. 9

    Add Egg (optional)

    If using egg, push the noodle mixture to one side of the skillet, pour the beaten egg into the empty side, scramble it until cooked, then mix it into the noodles.

  6. 10

    Finish the Dish

    If you stir-fried tofu earlier, add it back into the skillet and toss everything together until well combined. Remove from heat.

Serving

  1. 11

    Plate the Dish

    Serve the Pad Woon Sen hot, garnished with chopped coriander and lime wedges on the side.

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