Classic Pad Thai
About this recipe
Pad Thai is Thailand's beloved stir-fried noodle dish, and this version by Poo is a classic take that combines fresh prawns, tofu, and crunchy vegetables. It's quick to make and packed with flavor, making it a perfect choice for a satisfying meal at home.
In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this delicious dish that rivals any takeaway. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you'll have a plate of Pad Thai that’s both authentic and easy to prepare.
Ingredient notes
- Rice noodles should be soaked in warm water for 10 minutes before cooking.
- Sweet radish is optional; if you can't find it, you can substitute it with tamarind paste for a sweet and sour flavor.
Tips from Jamie Oliver's video
- Squeeze the prawn heads to extract flavor before cooking them; this adds color and taste to the noodles.
- When cooking the noodles, check for doneness by ensuring they are sticky but fully cooked through.
- Cook the eggs separately in the pan before mixing them with the noodles to maintain their texture.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Jamie Oliver: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Soak the rice noodles in warm water for 10 minutes until softened.
- 2
Cut the tofu into small cubes and slice the red onion.
- 3
Prepare the prawns by squeezing the heads to extract flavor for the noodles.
- 4
Stir fry the red onion in a pan until fragrant.
- 5
Add the prawns to the pan and cook until they change color, being careful not to overcook them.
- 6
Add the soaked rice noodles to the pan and stir fry for 1 to 2 minutes.
- 7
Add 2 tablespoons of fish sauce and 1 tablespoon of sugar to the noodles.
- 8
If using, add 1 tablespoon of sweet radish for sweetness.
- 9
Add a little water if needed to help cook the noodles.
- 10
Check the noodles for doneness; they should be sticky but cooked through.
- 11
Push the noodles to one side of the pan and add the beaten eggs, cooking them separately before mixing them in.
- 12
Add the chopped spring onion and bean sprouts, cooking to your preference.
- 13
Serve the Pad Thai and top with crushed peanuts, chili powder, and a squeeze of lime.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- Estimated the quantity of crushed peanuts and chili powder as 'to taste' based on common serving practices.
Credit where it's due: this recipe was transcribed from Jamie Oliver's original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it's their dish.
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