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pad thai

Pad Thai: 5 Simple Steps to Amazing Flavor


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple and delicious Pad Thai recipe perfect for beginners.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz rice noodles
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup peanuts, crushed
  • 3 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Optional: cooked shrimp or chicken

Instructions

  1. Soak the rice noodles in warm water for 30 minutes until soft.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
  3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
  4. Push the garlic to the side and crack the egg into the pan. Scramble it until cooked.
  5. Add the soaked noodles to the pan, mixing well with the garlic and egg.
  6. Pour in the fish sauce, sugar, and lime juice. Stir to combine.
  7. Add the bean sprouts and green onions. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
  8. If using, add cooked shrimp or chicken and stir until heated through.
  9. Serve hot, topped with crushed peanuts.

Notes

  • Make sure not to over-soak the noodles.
  • Adjust the fish sauce to taste for saltiness.
  • You can add more vegetables like carrots or bell peppers.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stir-fry
  • Cuisine: Thai

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: pad thai, thai food, easy recipes, beginner recipes