Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/7 checked
3
servings
0.5 cup

Peanut Sauce

Prepared

1 tbsp

Hot Chili Sauce

Sriracha

1 cup

Bean Sprouts

Fresh

8 oz

Rice Sticks

Dried

8 oz

Tofu

Firm, cubed

8 oz

Chicken or Shrimp

Cooked

1 unit

Egg

Fresh

Step 1
~5 min

Prepare peanut sauce to your preferred taste.

Step 2
~5 min

Soak rice sticks in warm water for 30-45 minutes until softened.

Step 3
~5 min

If using chicken, fry until cooked through.

Step 4
~5 min

Fry tofu until golden brown.

Step 5
~5 min

Add the soaked rice noodles and prepared sauce to the pan.

Step 6
~5 min

Stir-fry to combine noodles and sauce thoroughly.

Step 7
~5 min

Create a well in the noodles and add an egg.

Step 8
~5 min

After cooking the egg for 10-15 seconds, scramble it and mix it in with the noodles.

Step 9
~5 min

Add mung bean sprouts and stir-fry briefly until slightly wilted.

Step 10
~5 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chili sauce to control the spiciness.

Garnish with chopped peanuts and lime wedges for added flavor and texture.

Make the peanut sauce ahead of time for a quicker cooking process.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Peanut sauce can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot.

Serve with a side of spring rolls.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring Rolls
Thai Iced Tea

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Thailand

Cultural Significance

A popular and iconic Thai dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

85/100

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