Follow these steps for perfect results
low-sodium chicken broth
quinoa
rinsed and drained
coconut oil
divided
boneless, skinless chicken breast
cut into thin strips
shredded cabbage
shredded
edamame
diced broccoli stems
diced
carrots
cut into matchsticks
green onions
chopped
eggs
sesame oil
natural peanut butter
reduced-sodium soy sauce
rice vinegar
chili garlic sauce
fresh ginger
chopped
garlic
minced
sesame oil
salted peanuts
chopped
fresh cilantro
chopped
Bring chicken broth and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan.
Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
Set aside the cooked quinoa.
Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons coconut oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add chicken; stir until cooked through; about 5 minutes. Remove chicken from wok.
Heat remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons coconut oil in the wok.
Add cabbage, edamame, broccoli, carrot, and green onions and saute until vegetables soften slightly, 2 to 3 minutes.
Whisk eggs with sesame oil in a small bowl.
Push vegetables to the sides of the wok to make a well in the center; pour eggs in and stir to scramble, about 3 minutes.
Combine peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili garlic sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil together in a small bowl to create the Thai peanut sauce.
Pour Thai peanut sauce over vegetable and egg mixture in the wok.
Return chicken to the wok and add quinoa; mix well to combine.
Stir in chopped peanuts and cilantro and serve immediately.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of chili garlic sauce to control the level of spiciness.
Garnish with extra peanuts and cilantro for added flavor and texture.
Use pre-cooked quinoa to save time.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Sauce can be made ahead of time.
Serve in a bowl and garnish with chopped peanuts and cilantro.
Serve warm.
Top with a lime wedge.
Complements the spiciness
Balances the flavors
Discover the story behind this recipe
Pad Thai is a popular Thai street food dish.
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