Best 3 Classic Pad Thai Recipes

**Unveil the Delights of Pad Thai: A Culinary Journey Through Thailand's Beloved Noodle Dish**

Embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with Pad Thai, Thailand's iconic noodle dish that captivates hearts and taste buds worldwide. This harmonious blend of sweet, sour, and savory flavors, combined with the vibrant colors and textures of fresh ingredients, creates a dish that is both visually stunning and incredibly delicious. From the traditional Pad Thai with its irresistible combination of tamarind, fish sauce, and peanuts, to the variations that incorporate unique ingredients like shrimp, chicken, or tofu, this versatile dish offers something for every palate. Prepare to be enchanted as we delve into the secrets of creating this beloved Thai classic, exploring the various recipes that showcase its versatility and cater to different dietary preferences. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CLASSIC CHICKEN PAD THAI

Classic Chicken Pad Thai image

Make authentic Thai noodles at home with this chicken pad Thai recipe. The sauce is made from scratch using Thai favorites like fish sauce, tamarind paste, and shrimp paste.

Provided by ChefJackie

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Thai

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

10 ounces dried rice noodles
4 tablespoons brown sugar
4 tablespoons soy sauce, or to taste
6 tablespoons fish sauce, or to taste
5 tablespoons tamarind paste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
12 ounces chicken breast, thinly sliced
1 (7 ounce) package firm tofu, sliced
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon shrimp paste
3 eggs
2 tablespoons chopped spring onions
¾ cup dry roasted peanuts
2 cups bean sprouts
1 lime, cut into wedges

Steps:

Soak rice noodles in a bowl of water for 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, fish sauce, and tamarind paste in a bowl. Whisk well and set aside.
Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken. Stir-fry for 1 minute. Add tofu. Cook chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 4 minutes.
Add garlic and shrimp paste to the wok and stir well. Cook for 2 minutes, then add fish sauce mixture and drained noodles. Cook until the noodles are tender, 3 to 5 minutes.
Push noodles to one side of the wok. Crack the eggs into the other side. Scramble until firm, about 3 minutes. Stir into the noodles. Serve with peanuts, bean sprouts, and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 796.9 calories, Carbohydrate 97.5 g, Cholesterol 190.4 mg, Fat 29.2 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 39.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 3005.9 mg, Sugar 17.6 g

CLASSIC PAD THAI

Classic Pad Thai image

This recipe is a perfect example of Thai cooking for beginners. Once mastered, you'll forget stopping for take-out and make this easy stir-fry a weeknight staple.

Provided by Heinz

Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Heinzitup.com

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

8 ounces medium width rice vermicelli noodles
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
¼ pound ground chicken
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 red pepper, thinly sliced
½ pound peeled, deveined raw shrimp
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons freshly grated gingerroot
½ cup vegetable or chicken broth
½ cup Heinz Tomato Ketchup
¼ cup lime juice
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
3 tablespoons fish sauce
1 ½ cups bean sprouts
3 green onions, thinly sliced
¼ cup fresh coriander or parsley leaves
chopped peanuts

Steps:

Cover noodles with boiling water and let stand for 5 minutes; drain well and reserve.
Heat half the oil in a wok or deep skillet set over high heat. Crumble in chicken and add hot sauce; stir-fry for 3 to 5 minutes or until browned. Reserve on a platter.
Add remaining oil and peppers to pan; stir-fry for 3 minutes. Add shrimp and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Stir in garlic, ginger, broth, ketchup, lime juice, sugar and fish sauce. Bring to a boil. Add noodles and reserved meat; toss mixture to combine. Heat through.
Add sprouts and toss gently. Sprinkle with onions, coriander and peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 553 calories, Carbohydrate 70.2 g, Cholesterol 103.6 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 30.3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 1298.1 mg, Sugar 15.2 g

CLASSIC PAD THAI RECIPE BY TASTY

Classic Pad Thai Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: wide rice noodle, palm sugar, fish sauce, tamarind paste, oil, boneless, skinless chicken breast, garlic, shallots, pickled turnip, egg, tofu, green onion, bean sprout, lime, peanut, red thai chile

Provided by Vaughn Vreeland

Categories Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

½ lb wide rice noodle
¼ cup palm sugar
¼ cup fish sauce
¼ cup tamarind paste
1 tablespoon oil
6 oz boneless, skinless chicken breast
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 shallots, minced
1 teaspoon pickled turnip, optional
1 egg
4 oz tofu, cubed, optional
½ bunch green onion, or chinese chives, sliced, plus more for serving
½ cup bean sprout, plus more for serving
lime, for serving
peanut, for serving
red thai chile, diced, for serving, optional

Steps:

Soak rice noodles in room temperature water 30 minutes prior to cooking.
In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, whisk together palm sugar, tamarind paste, and fish sauce. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and reduce for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a wooden spoon. Remove sauce from heat and set aside.
Heat a cast-iron pan or wok over high heat.
Add oil and chicken and cook for about two minutes until nearly cooked through and nicely seared on all sides.
Add minced garlic, shallots, and turnips to the chicken and stir to incorporate.
Move the chicken to the side of the pan and add the egg. Break the egg up with a spatula or wooden spoon and stir to scramble.
Add soaked rice noodles and stir to evenly incorporate all ingredients, stirring for 1 to 2 minutes.
Add 2 or 3 tablespoons of the reduced sauce and stir.
Add tofu, Chinese chives or green onions, and bean sprouts. Stir to incorporate and remove from heat.
Serve immediately with lime, peanuts, more sprouts and chives, and red chiles, if desired.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 calories, Carbohydrate 66 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 23 grams, Sugar 15 grams

Tips:

Use wide rice noodles. They soak up the sauce better and have a chewier texture.
Soak the noodles for at least 30 minutes before cooking. This will help them soften and cook evenly.
Use a wok or large skillet to cook the pad Thai. This will help the noodles cook evenly and prevent them from sticking together.
Add the sauce to the noodles in batches. This will help the noodles absorb the sauce evenly.
Stir-fry the noodles until they are coated in sauce and heated through. This will help develop the flavor of the dish.
Add the bean sprouts, peanuts, and cilantro at the end of cooking. This will help them retain their crunch and flavor.
Serve pad Thai immediately. This is when it is at its best.

Conclusion:

Pad Thai is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and flavorful meal. With its combination of sweet, sour, and savory flavors, pad Thai is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give pad Thai a try. You won't be disappointed!