📖The Story Behind
Pad Thai's origins are political as much as culinary. It was promoted by Prime Minister Plaek Phibunsongkharm as a way to reduce rice consumption and promote Thai identity during a period of national modernization.
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SweetSourSavoryNutty
Ingredients
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Instructions
1
- Soak rice noodles in warm water for 30 minutes.
2
- Make the sauce by combining tamarind paste, fish sauce, palm sugar, and lime.
3
- Heat wok until smoking, add oil and protein.
4
- Push to side, scramble eggs in the wok.
5
- Add drained noodles and sauce, toss quickly.
6
- Add bean sprouts, garlic chives, and peanuts.
7
- Serve with lime wedges, chili flakes, and extra peanuts.
💡Pro Tips
Have all ingredients prepped before starting
Work quickly over high heat
Don't overcook the noodles
🔧Equipment Needed
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Wok🍳
Large bowlQuick Info
🥗Dietary Info
Dairy-FreePeanut-Free Option
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