Thai Food Recipe: A Delicious And Easy To Make Meal
Cesar Chien
Rainbow Vegetarian Pad Thai with Peanuts and Basil Recipe Pinch of Yum from pinchofyum.com
Introduction
Thai cuisine is known for its bold and exotic flavors. The combination of fresh herbs and spices, along with the use of coconut milk, creates a delicious and unique taste that is hard to resist. In this recipe, we will be making a classic Thai dish: Pad Thai. This dish is a favorite among many and is easy to make in the comfort of your own home.
Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you will need to make Pad Thai: - 8 oz. rice noodles - 2 tbsp. vegetable oil - 2 garlic cloves, minced - 1 cup bean sprouts - 1 red bell pepper, sliced - 1/2 cup green onions, sliced - 1/2 cup roasted peanuts, chopped - 2 eggs, lightly beaten - 1 lime, cut into wedges - 2 tbsp. fish sauce - 2 tbsp. brown sugar - 1 tbsp. soy sauce - 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
Optional Additions
If you want to add some protein to your Pad Thai, you can add any of the following: - Shrimp - Chicken - Tofu
Instructions
1. Soak the rice noodles in warm water for 20 minutes or until they are soft. Once they are soft, drain the water and set the noodles aside. 2. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. 3. Add the bean sprouts, red bell pepper, and green onions to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. 4. Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet and add the lightly beaten eggs. Scramble the eggs until they are cooked through. 5. Add the rice noodles to the skillet and toss them with the vegetables and eggs. 6. In a small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, brown sugar, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes. Pour the sauce over the noodles and toss to combine. 7. Add the chopped peanuts to the skillet and continue to cook for 1-2 minutes or until everything is heated through. 8. Serve the Pad Thai with lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition
Here is the nutrition information for one serving of Pad Thai (without any additional protein): - Calories: 400 - Fat: 14g - Carbohydrates: 62g - Fiber: 3g - Protein: 10g
Tips and Tricks
- To make this dish spicier, add more red pepper flakes or some Sriracha sauce. - If you want to add protein to your Pad Thai, cook it separately and add it to the skillet at the end. - If you don't have fish sauce, you can substitute soy sauce. - If you're not a fan of peanuts, you can leave them out or substitute them with cashews. - You can add more vegetables to this dish, such as carrots, mushrooms, or broccoli.
Conclusion
Making Pad Thai at home is easy and delicious. With the right combination of ingredients and some simple instructions, you can have a tasty Thai meal in no time. Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables or proteins to make this dish your own. Enjoy!