For a vegetarian option, substitute tofu for chicken and use a vegetarian fish sauce alternative. Adjust the amount of chili powder to your preference for spiciness. Garnish with lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
Experience the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this Chicken Pad Thai, a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory notes complemented by a rich peanut sauce. This dish is sure to impress with its delightful textures and aromatic spices.
Soak the Noodles: Place the rice noodles in a large bowl and cover with cold water. Allow them to soak until they are soft, approximately 30 to 50 minutes. Once softened, drain the noodles and set them aside.
Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, combine soy sauce and cornstarch, stirring until the cornstarch is fully dissolved. In a separate bowl, place the chicken strips and pour the soy sauce mixture over them. Stir well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated, then set aside to marinate.
Simmer the Sauce: In a saucepan, mix together 1/4 cup sugar, fish sauce, tamarind juice, and lime juice. Heat the mixture over medium heat and simmer for about 5 minutes, until the sugar is dissolved and the sauce slightly thickens. Keep the sauce warm until needed.
Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until it is no longer pink in the middle and the juices run clear, about 5 to 10 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and keep the chicken warm.
Sauté the Eggs and Combine: Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil in a large wok over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and eggs, stirring to scramble them, about 5 minutes. Add the cooked chicken and stir until well combined.
Add Noodles and Sauce: Add the drained noodles to the wok and stir until they are warmed through, approximately 5 to 10 minutes more. Pour the prepared sauce over the noodle mixture. Stir in 3/4 teaspoon of sugar and salt. Mix in the chopped peanuts and chili powder.
Garnish and Serve: Remove the wok from the heat and garnish the Pad Thai with fresh chives. Serve immediately with fresh bean sprouts on the side.
For a vegetarian option, substitute tofu for chicken and use a vegetarian fish sauce alternative. Adjust the amount of chili powder to your preference for spiciness. Garnish with lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
Myrtice Willms
Jun 24, 2025This recipe was a hit! The peanut sauce was perfectly balanced and the chicken was tender.
Haskell Rodriguezcasper
Jun 15, 2025The tamarind juice really made a difference in the flavor. I'll definitely be making this again!
Marcella Kerluke
Jun 12, 2025I loved how easy it was to follow this recipe. The instructions were clear, and the dish turned out delicious.