Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
4 unit

dried rice noodles

2 tbsp

catsup

1.5 tbsp

sugar

1 tsp

hot chili flakes

0.25 tsp

salt

2 tsp

salad oil

2 clove

garlic

minced

6 unit

chicken breast

sliced thinly

0.33 unit

shrimp

peeled and deveined

2 unit

eggs

beaten

3 unit

green onions

cut into 1-inch lengths

3 cup

bean sprouts

rinsed and drained

2 tbsp

roasted peanuts

finely chopped

1 unit

cilantro

sprigs

1 cup

cabbage

shredded

0.5 cup

shredded carrot

shredded

1 unit

lime

wedges

Step 1
~2 min

Soak rice noodles in hot water for 5-10 minutes until soft.

Step 2
~2 min

Drain the soaked noodles.

Step 3
~2 min

Mix catsup, sugar, chili flakes, and salt/fish sauce in a bowl.

Step 4
~2 min

Heat oil in a wok or frying pan over high heat.

Step 5
~2 min

Add garlic, chicken, and shrimp to the pan.

Step 6
~2 min

Stir-fry until shrimp turns pink (about 1.5 minutes).

Step 7
~2 min

Reduce heat to medium-high.

Step 8
~2 min

Add eggs and drained noodles; stir until mixed.

Step 9
~2 min

Add the catsup mixture and stir until noodles are tender (about 2 minutes).

Step 10
~2 min

Add green onions, 2 cups of bean sprouts, and salt/fish sauce to taste.

Step 11
~2 min

Mix well.

Step 12
~2 min

Spoon the Pad Thai onto plates.

Step 13
~2 min

Sprinkle with peanuts and cilantro.

Step 14
~2 min

Serve with remaining bean sprouts, cabbage, carrot, lime, and chili (optional).

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust chili flakes to taste.

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made ahead of time

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.

Garnish with extra bean sprouts and peanuts.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring rolls
Thai iced tea

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Thailand

Cultural Significance

A popular street food and national dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thai New Year (Songkran)

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Quick Meal
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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