Vida Recetas Editorial
Pad Thai is one of Thailand's most iconic street foods, and this recipe lets you recreate it at home with stir-fried rice noodles, your choice of protein, and a sweet-and-sour tamarind sauce. The noodles are the heart of this dish, and here you'll learn how to prepare them so they turn out perfectly tender and full of flavor.
Its balance of sweet, sour, and salty flavors, along with the crunchy texture of peanuts and the freshness of bean sprouts, makes it a unique culinary experience. This version is ideal for beginners and experts alike, as you can adapt the protein (shrimp, chicken, or tofu) and adjust the spiciness to your liking.
Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a dish to impress, this homemade Pad Thai will transport you to the streets of Bangkok.
Prep
30 min
Servings
4
Prepare Noodles: Soak the rice noodles in warm water for about 20 minutes or until they are pliable but still firm. Drain and set aside.
Make Pad Thai Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together tamarind paste, fish sauce (or soy sauce), sugar, and chili flakes. Adjust the flavors to your liking, adding more sugar for sweetness or more chili for heat.
Cook Protein: In a large wok or skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and your choice of protein (shrimp, chicken, or tofu). Cook until the protein is no longer pink and shrimp turns pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
Add Eggs: Push the cooked protein to one side of the pan. Crack the eggs into the other side and scramble them until they're nearly set.
Combine Ingredients: Add the drained rice noodles to the pan, followed by the prepared Pad Thai sauce. Use tongs to toss everything together until the noodles are evenly coated with the sauce.
Add Vegetables: Stir in bean sprouts and chopped green onions. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the bean sprouts are slightly wilted.
Serve: Transfer the Pad Thai to serving plates. Sprinkle with crushed peanuts and garnish with lime wedges. Serve hot and enjoy your homemade Pad Thai!
This recipe has a medium difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 30 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
This recipe is designed for 4 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
