Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Pad See Ew, a classic Thai stir-fried noodle dish that combines wide rice noodles with tender vegetables and your choice of protein—all enveloped in a rich soy sauce mixture. This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, offering a delightful balance of sweet, savory, and slightly smoky notes that will transport you straight to the bustling streets of Thailand.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz wide rice noodles
- 1 cup boneless chicken breast or tofu, sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups Kai Lan (Chinese broccoli) or regular broccoli, chopped
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Soak the wide rice noodles in hot water until pliable but firm (about 30 minutes for dried noodles).
- In a bowl, mix together low-sodium soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and brown sugar; set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook sliced chicken or tofu until golden brown; remove from pan.
- In the same pan, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute), then add Kai Lan or other veggies. Stir-fry until vibrant and tender-crisp.
- Return the cooked protein to the pan along with softened rice noodles. Pour in the prepared sauce and stir-fry until well coated (about 2 minutes).
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian version, use tofu or tempeh as protein. Add extra veggies like bell peppers or carrots for more nutrition. To achieve that authentic smoky flavor, maintain high heat during cooking.