Thai cuisine: Pad Thai, the recipe.
Last year, while I was on vacation in Vietnam with my wife, I went to eat at a Thai restaurant in Da Nang where we ordered the most classic dish.
Pad Thai is one of the most famous dishes of Thai cuisine, known and loved throughout the world for its unique and balanced flavor. This recipe will guide you in preparing an authentic Pad Thai that will conquer your guests.
Ingredients
– 200g rice noodles;
– 200g fresh prawns (you can replace them with chicken or tofu for a vegetarian version);
– 2 eggs;
– 100g bean sprouts;
– 2 spring onions;
– 2 cloves garlic;
– 2 tbsp palm sugar (or brown sugar);
– 3 tbsp fish sauce;
– 2 tbsp tamarind juice;
– 1 tbsp soy sauce;
– 3 tbsp vegetable oil:
– 50g roasted peanuts:
– 1 lime;
– Chili powder (optional);
– Fresh coriander for garnish.
Preparation
Make the noodles: Soak the rice noodles in hot water for about 10-15 minutes, until soft. Drain and set aside.
Make the sauces: In a bowl, mix the fish sauce, tamarind juice, soy sauce and palm sugar until the sugar has dissolved.
Cook the main ingredients: Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic cloves and fry for a minute, until golden brown. Add the prawns (or chicken or tofu) and cook until cooked through. Move the prawns to one side of the pan.
Add the eggs: Crack the eggs into the wok and scramble until cooked.
Combine the noodles and sauces: Add the soaked noodles to the pan, pouring the sauce mixture over the top. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Add the bean sprouts and spring onions: Add the chopped bean sprouts and spring onions, stirring for a couple of minutes until just tender.
Divide the Pad Thai among the plates, sprinkling with chopped roasted peanuts and fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges and chili powder to taste.
Pad Thai is a complete and tasty dish, ideal for an exotic and satisfying dinner. This recipe brings the authentic flavors of Thailand to your home, easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
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