Easy Pad Thai

Whip up a restaurant-quality meal in just 35 minutes with this Easy Pad Thai recipe, a vibrant take on Thailand’s signature stir-fry dish. Featuring tender rice noodles tossed in a tangy-sweet tamarind sauce, this recipe is packed with a delightful mix of scrambled eggs, golden-brown tofu, crunchy bean sprouts, and fresh green onions. The finishing touches—crushed peanuts, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of fresh lime—add layers of texture and bold flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this versatile Pad Thai is as satisfying as it is simple to prepare, with just a handful of pantry-staple ingredients and no need for special equipment. Whether you're craving authentic Thai flavors or need a quick and easy meal idea, this recipe delivers big on taste and convenience.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 oz Rice noodles
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 Eggs
• 6 oz Firm tofu, cubed
• 1 cup Bean sprouts
• 3 Green onions, chopped
• 1 quarter cup Crushed peanuts
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tbsp Tamarind paste
• 3 tbsp Fish sauce
• 1.5 tbsp Sugar
• 1 tbsp Soy sauce
• 4 Lime wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Boil a pot of water and soak the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together tamarind paste, fish sauce, sugar, and soy sauce to make the Pad Thai sauce. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Step 4

Push the garlic to one side of the pan and crack the eggs into the other side. Scramble the eggs until cooked through, then mix with the garlic.

Step 5

Add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add the cubed tofu and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until lightly browned.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium and add the soaked rice noodles to the skillet. Pour the Pad Thai sauce over the noodles and toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 7

Stir in the bean sprouts and chopped green onions. Cook for 2 minutes until the sprouts are slightly tender but still crisp.

Step 8

Transfer the Pad Thai to a serving platter. Top with crushed peanuts, chopped cilantro, and additional bean sprouts if desired.

Step 9

Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1094.5 grams (1094.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1389

Total Fat 68.80g	88%
Saturated Fat 11.50g	57%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.90g
Cholesterol 372mg	124%
Sodium 5150mg	224%
Total Carbohydrate 140.90g	51%
Dietary Fiber 20.10g	72%
Total Sugars 52.60g
Protein 65.20g	130%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 1554mg	120%
Iron 14mg	79%
Potassium 2232mg	47%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.9%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 39.0%