COCONUT PAD THAI

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Provided by Roxanne Klein

Categories     No-Cook     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Coconut     Basil     Bell Pepper     Carrot     Cabbage     Cilantro     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 26

Almond-chile Sauce
1/2 cup raw almond butter*
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon minced serrano chile with seeds
1 to 2 tablespoons water
Tamarind vinaigrette
1/2 7-ounce block tamarind with seeds**
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger
Pad thai
1 cup (packed) very thinly sliced Napa cabbage
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
2 large young Thai coconuts (also called white coconuts), outside husk cut away, cracked open with hammer, drained
1 1/2 cups matchstick-size strips peeled carrots (from 2 large)
1 cup matchstick-size strips red bell pepper
1 cup mung bean sprouts
1/2 cup matchstick-size strips seeded English hothouse cucumber
1/4 cup slivered fresh basil
Fresh cilantro sprigs

Steps:

  • For almond-chile sauce:
  • Combine all ingredients except water in blender or processor. Puree until smooth. Thin with water by tablespoonfuls, as desired. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper.
  • For tamarind vinaigrette:
  • Combine tamarind and enough hot water to cover in medium bowl. Let stand until pulp softens, breaking apart occasionally with fork, about 1 hour. Using slotted spoon, transfer tamarind pulp to sieve set over bowl. Press pulp through sieve, leaving seeds behind. Measure 6 tablespoons pulp into medium bowl (discard remaining pulp). Whisk in remaining 4 ingredients. Season with salt and pepper.
  • For pad thai:
  • Combine cabbage, cilantro, and lime juice in small bowl; toss to coat. Sprinkle with salt and let stand 30 minutes.
  • Using small heavy knife, pry large pieces of soft coconut meat out of shells. Slice coconut very thinly into 2- to 3-inch-long strips.
  • Combine carrots, red bell pepper, bean sprouts, cucumber, and basil in large bowl. Toss with just enough almond-chile sauce to coat lightly.
  • Arrange 1/4 of cabbage mixture on each of 4 plates. Top with coconut and mixed vegetables. Drizzle tamarind vinaigrette and more almond-chile sauce over, if desired. Garnish with cilantro sprigs.
  • *Available at natural foods stores. **Tamarind is a legume with large brown seedpods. The pulp is used in Indian, Thai, Caribbean, and Latin American cooking. The pulp is sold in block form and is available at Indian markets.

Lu Lu
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I can't wait to try this Coconut Pad Thai recipe. It looks so delicious and easy to make.


Remmington Steele
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This Coconut Pad Thai is the perfect dish for a summer cookout. It's light and refreshing, and it's always a hit with my guests.


AASHISH CENT ENTERTAINTMENT
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I love that this Coconut Pad Thai is a healthier version of the traditional dish. It's still just as delicious, but it's lower in calories and fat.


Heather Koch
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This Coconut Pad Thai is a great way to use up leftover chicken or shrimp. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Vivian Games
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I'm so glad I found this Coconut Pad Thai recipe. It's my new go-to meal when I'm craving something delicious and easy to make.


Bryan Morseman
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This Coconut Pad Thai is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, filling, and so flavorful. I always feel better after eating it.


David Jr Castañeda
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I love the crispy tofu in this Coconut Pad Thai. It adds a nice texture and flavor to the dish.


NICHOLAS MENSAH
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I'm a beginner cook and this Coconut Pad Thai recipe was easy to follow. I was so proud of myself when I made it and it turned out so well.


Ssekayita Aloysious
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I'm allergic to peanuts, so I substituted sunflower seeds in this recipe. It worked out great and the Coconut Pad Thai was still delicious.


Jacob Montes
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This Coconut Pad Thai is the perfect dish for a party or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time and it always gets rave reviews.


Jasim Rana
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I added some extra vegetables to my Coconut Pad Thai, like broccoli and carrots. It made the dish even more colorful and nutritious.


Yeabkale Minwuyelet
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I followed the recipe exactly and my Coconut Pad Thai turned out perfect. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the noodles were cooked just right.


Musa Alpha
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's totally worth it. The end result is a delicious and authentic Coconut Pad Thai that will impress your friends and family.


Sonia Soomro
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I'm not a huge fan of Pad Thai, but this coconut version has changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious, I could eat it every day.


By Do
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This Coconut Pad Thai is the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory. I can't get enough of it!


Ch Anwar
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I already have on hand. It's a great weeknight meal that the whole family will enjoy.


Adnan Goldy
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I was a bit skeptical about the coconut milk at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. It really adds a unique flavor and creaminess to the dish.


Matthew Curry
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I've made Pad Thai many times before, but this coconut version is definitely my new favorite. It's so easy to make and the results are amazing.


Leon Taylor
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This Coconut Pad Thai is a game-changer! The flavors are so unique and delicious, and the coconut milk adds a creamy richness that takes it to the next level.