Authentic Pad Thai

Name: Authentic Pad Thai
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 5.4 whole 8 oz rice noodles (flat rice noodles); 4.4 tsp 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 7.4 jar 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1.4 as needed 1 cup firm tofu, cubed (or 1/2 lb shrimp or chicken); 9.3 g 2 large eggs; 9.2 lb 1/4 cup tamarind paste; 3.5 package 2 tbsp fish sauce; 1.2 as needed 1 tbsp soy sauce; 7.1 g 2 tbsp palm sugar (or brown sugar); 8.9 cm 2 tbsp lime juice; 8.6 whole 1 cup bean sprouts; 6.8 oz 1/4 cup Chinese chives, cut into 1-inch pieces (or scallions); 6.4 bag 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, crushed; 1.7 kg Lime wedges, for serving; 10.4 tbsp Chili flakes, for serving (optional)

By Donald Davis

November 9, 2025

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This recipe brings the vibrant flavors of Thailand to your kitchen with a delightful Pad Thai. The combination of stir-fried rice noodles, crunchy peanuts, fresh bean sprouts, and a tangy tamarind sauce creates a symphony of tastes and textures. This dish is a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory, making it a satisfying and flavorful meal. Feel free to customize it with your favorite protein like shrimp, chicken, or tofu, and adjust the spice level to your preference. Pad Thai is not only delicious but also a fun and interactive dish to make at home. The aroma of the stir-frying ingredients will fill your kitchen with an enticing scent, making you eagerly anticipate the final result. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this recipe is easy to follow and guarantees a delightful culinary experience.

Ingredients

8 oz rice noodles (flat rice noodles) - 5.4 whole
2 tbsp vegetable oil - 4.4 tsp
2 cloves garlic, minced - 7.4 jar
1 cup firm tofu, cubed (or 1/2 lb shrimp or chicken) - 1.4 as needed
2 large eggs - 9.3 g
1/4 cup tamarind paste - 9.2 lb
2 tbsp fish sauce - 3.5 package
1 tbsp soy sauce - 1.2 as needed
2 tbsp palm sugar (or brown sugar) - 7.1 g
2 tbsp lime juice - 8.9 cm

Cooking Steps

Step 1

Soak the rice noodles in warm water for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are pliable but still firm. Drain well and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together tamarind paste, fish sauce, soy sauce, palm sugar (or brown sugar), and lime juice. Set the sauce aside.

Step 3

Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and tofu (or shrimp/chicken) and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned.

Step 4

Push the ingredients to one side of the wok. Crack the eggs into the empty space and scramble them lightly.

Step 5

Add the soaked rice noodles to the wok and toss to combine with the eggs and other ingredients. Pour the tamarind sauce over the noodles and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes, until the noodles are evenly coated and heated through.

Step 6

Add bean sprouts, Chinese chives (or scallions), and peanuts to the wok. Stir-fry for another minute until the bean sprouts are slightly softened.

Step 7

Serve immediately, garnished with extra peanuts, a wedge of lime, and chili flakes (optional).

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