How to Make Pad Thai - A Step-by-Step Guide

Pad Thai is a popular Thai street food dish that has become a staple in many Thai restaurants around the world. This dish is a delicious combination of rice noodles, tofu, shrimp or chicken, and a tangy, sweet, and savory sauce. It's a dish that is loved for its bold flavors and versatility, as it can be easily customized to suit individual preferences.

What makes Pad Thai so special is its perfect balance of flavors and textures. The chewy rice noodles provide a solid base for the di...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (12 ounce) package rice noodles
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 4 eggs
  • 3 tablespoons white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • ⅛ tablespoon crushed red pepper
  • 2 cups bean sprouts
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • ¼ cup crushed peanuts
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Soak rice noodles in cold water until soft, 30 to 50 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, heat butter in a wok; add chicken and sauté until browned. Remove chicken and set aside.
  • Heat oil in the wok over medium-high heat. Crack eggs into hot oil and cook until firm. Stir in chicken and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add softened noodles, sugar, fish sauce, vinegar, and red pepper; mix well until noodles are tender. Adjust seasonings to taste.
  • Stir bean sprouts into wok and cook for 3 minutes.
  • Serve topped with green onions, crushed peanuts, and a wedge of lemon.
  • Nutrition

    524 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 178mg
    • Sodium: 594mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 59g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 19mg
    • Calcium: 62mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 394mg