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Delicious Traditional Pad Thai
Prep
20 min
Cook
30 min
Total time
50 min
Yield
4 servings
Difficulty
EASY
Calories
350 kcal

Quick summary

“Delicious traditional Pad Thai, a quick and tasty recipe that combines Asian flavors with varied textures. Ideal for those who want to try an Asian cuisine recipe without much effort.”

What you need to know

  • Delight yourself with the combination of textures on the plate: pasta, chicken, carrot, beans, and peanuts.
  • The fish and tamarind sauce are the main flavor drivers, giving a healthy and high-quality touch.
  • The addition of eggs to the sauce makes the recipe creamier and tastier.

Ingredients

Main

  • 200 g of rice noodles
  • 150 g of chicken breast in strips
  • 1 tablespoon of sunflower oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 medium grated carrot
  • 100 g of bean sprouts
  • 3 sliced green onions
  • 50 g toasted and chopped peanuts
  • 3 tablespoons of fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons of tamarind sauce
  • 1 tablespoon of brown sugar
  • Juice of 1 lemon

Instructions

Principal

  1. Place the noodles in hot water for 10 minutes or until soft. Escorra e reserve.
  2. In a large skillet or wok, heat the oil and add the chicken. Cook until golden brown.
  3. Push the chicken to one side of the skillet and crack the eggs, stirring quickly until cooked.
  4. Add the grated carrot, bean sprouts, and chives. Mix well.
  5. Incorporate the noodles, the fish sauce, the tamarind sauce, and the brown sugar. Mix until everything is well combined.
  6. Add the lemon juice and mix again. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.
  7. Turn off the heat and serve on individual plates.
  8. Finish with chopped peanuts on top and more lime, if desired.

Chef's tips

  • For a creamier sauce, add a little more peanut at the end of the preparation.
  • Use shredded chicken instead of chicken strips for a lighter texture.
  • For a more intense flavor, add more fish sauce and tamarind.

Variations

  • For a lighter version, use chickpeas instead of noodles.
  • Add a few glasses of milk to the fish sauce for a creamier touch.
  • Replace the tamarind sauce with a mixture of lemon and lime for a more bittersweet flavor.

Substitutions

  • Instead of chives, use sliced spinach to give a touch of green to the dish.
  • Replace peanuts with toasted nuts for a different texture.
  • Use tofu instead of chicken for a meatless recipe.

How to store

  • Keep in an airtight container and store at room temperature.
  • It should not be consumed after 3 days, as it may lose flavor and texture.

Can it be frozen?

It cannot be frozen, as the pasta could loosen and the sauce would not maintain its consistency.

What to serve with

Serve with a ginger and lime salad to balance the saltier flavor.

Frequently asked questions

Can this recipe be prepared by someone with little free time?

Yes, the recipe is easy to prepare and can be made in one night if you prepare the noodles ahead of time.

Where can I get the carrot in my city?

Check at major supermarket stores or at a local market.

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