Easy pad thai
Create a tantalizing and quick meal with our easy Pad Thai recipe! Featuring egg noodles, aromatic spices, a touch of lime, and crunchy peanuts, this flavorful dish combines soy sauce, fish sauce, and brown sugar for the perfect sauce. Garnished with fresh coriander and mung beans, it's a delicious 20-minute stir-fry that will satisfy your taste buds. Perfect for weeknights or impressing guests, this Pad Thai recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
- 11 Mar 2025
- Cook time 30 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 2 Servings
- 12 Ingredients
Pad Thai is a traditional Thai street food that has become a favorite dish worldwide due to its delicious combination of flavors and textures. This easy Pad Thai recipe allows you to enjoy a homemade version of this popular dish using simple ingredients. Follow these steps to create a flavorful and satisfying meal in no time.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook according to the package instructions until just tender. Drain and set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved and set aside.
- Peel and slice the onions thinly.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until they become soft and translucent.
- Push the onions to the side of the skillet. Crack the eggs into the skillet and scramble until fully cooked. Mix the eggs with the onions.
- Add the cooked egg noodles to the skillet with the onions and eggs. Pour the prepared sauce over the noodles and toss to coat evenly.
- Add the mung beans to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until they are slightly tender. Add more vegetable oil if needed.
- Roughly chop the peanuts and add them to the skillet. Stir to incorporate.
- Transfer the Pad Thai to serving plates. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
- Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your easy homemade Pad Thai!
Tips:
- 1. Prep Ahead: Measure and prepare all your ingredients before you start cooking. This will make the cooking process much smoother and quicker.
- 2. Cook Noodles Properly: Ensure the egg noodles are cooked al dente as they will continue to cook when you stir-fry them with the other ingredients.
- 3. Balance Your Flavors: Taste and adjust the seasoning as you cook. If you prefer a sweeter Pad Thai, add more brown sugar. For a tangier taste, add extra lime juice.
- 4. Use High Heat: Use high heat when stir-frying to ensure all ingredients cook quickly and retain their flavors and textures.
- 5. Customize Your Pad Thai: Feel free to add other ingredients like shrimp, chicken, or tofu to your Pad Thai to suit your preferences.
Congratulations! You've successfully prepared an easy Pad Thai that is both delicious and authentic. Garnish with crushed peanuts and coriander leaves for an extra burst of flavor and enjoy your homemade Thai dish.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 350 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 750kcal | 37% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 36g | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 90g | 27% |
| Fiber 8g | 22% |
| Sugar 16g | 17% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 50g | 57% |
| Saturated 7g | 24% |
| Cholesterol 310mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 150ug | 16% |
| Choline 300mg | 55% |
| Vitamin B1 1.47mg | 123% |
| Vitamin B2 0.84mg | 65% |
| Vitamin B3 14mg | 88% |
| Vitamin B6 0.54mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B9 410ug | 101% |
| Vitamin B12 0.90ug | 38% |
| Vitamin C 16mg | 17% |
| Vitamin E 4.24mg | 28% |
| Vitamin K 44ug | 36% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 130mg | 10% |
| Copper, Cu 0.84mg | 94% |
| Iron, Fe 8mg | 71% |
| Magnesium, Mg 180mg | 42% |
| Phosphorus, P 570mg | 45% |
| Potassium, K 900mg | 27% |
| Selenium, Se 100ug | 181% |
| Sodium, Na 2300mg | 153% |
| Zinc, Zn 4.34mg | 39% |
| Water | |
| Water 170g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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