Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 pound

dried rice noodles

2 tbsp

vegetable oil

4 unit

eggs

beaten

2 tbsp

peanut oil

1.5 cup

peanut butter

0.33 cup

water

0.33 cup

soy sauce

1 cup

milk

1.25 cup

brown sugar

0.33 cup

lemon juice

2 tbsp

garlic powder

1 tbsp

paprika

1 pinch

cayenne pepper

1 pound

mung bean sprouts

1 cup

shredded carrots

0.25 cup

green onions

chopped

0.5 cup

unsalted dry-roasted peanuts

chopped

1 unit

lime

cut into wedges

Step 1
~4 min

Soak rice noodles in hot water for about an hour.

Step 2
~4 min

Scramble eggs in a skillet with 1/2 tablespoon of vegetable oil until medium-sized pieces form; set aside.

Step 3
~4 min

In a saucepan, combine peanut oil, peanut butter, water, soy sauce, milk, brown sugar, and lemon juice.

Step 4
~4 min

Season the sauce with garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper to taste.

Step 5
~4 min

Heat the sauce until smooth.

Step 6
~4 min

Drain the soaked rice noodles; they should be flexible but firm.

Step 7
~4 min

Heat the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a wok or large saucepan.

Step 8
~4 min

Cook the noodles in oil, stirring constantly, for about 2 minutes until tender.

Step 9
~4 min

Stir in the prepared peanut sauce, mung bean sprouts, shredded carrots, chopped green onions, ground peanuts, and scrambled eggs.

Step 10
~4 min

Continue cooking over low heat for approximately 5 minutes, or until vegetables are crisp-tender.

Step 11
~4 min

Serve immediately, garnished with lime wedges.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the cayenne pepper to your preferred spice level.

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

Use a high-quality peanut butter for the best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The sauce can be made a day in advance.

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, directly after cooking

Add a side of steamed vegetables

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring Rolls
Thai Iced Tea
Mango Sticky Rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Thailand

Cultural Significance

Pad Thai is a national dish of Thailand and a popular street food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thai New Year (Songkran)

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
casual gathering
potluck

Popularity Score

75/100

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