Gluten-Free Pad Thai Sauce

Transform your homemade Pad Thai into a gluten-free masterpiece with this quick and flavorful Gluten-Free Pad Thai Sauce recipe! Crafted with authentic ingredients like tangy tamarind paste, savory fish sauce, and rich palm sugar, this simple sauce delivers the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and umami flavors. A touch of gluten-free soy sauce (tamari) ensures it’s safe for those avoiding gluten, while fresh lime juice, rice vinegar, and a sprinkle of chili flakes add brightness and a customizable heat level. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile sauce is ideal for tossing with rice noodles, stir-fried vegetables, or protein of your choice. It’s a must-have for anyone seeking to recreate the bold, vibrant taste of traditional Pad Thai while keeping it gluten-free!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

3 tablespoons tamarind paste
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon gluten-free soy sauce (tamari)
2 tablespoons palm sugar
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon red chili flakes

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the tamarind paste, fish sauce, gluten-free soy sauce, and palm sugar.

Step 2

Stir the mixture continuously until the palm sugar dissolves completely.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and add lime juice and rice vinegar.

Step 4

Continue stirring the sauce to combine all ingredients thoroughly.

Step 5

Add the red chili flakes, adjusting the quantity to your desired level of spiciness.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool slightly before using.

Step 7

The sauce can be used immediately for Pad Thai or stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	193.4 grams (193.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	243

Total Fat 0.20g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3476mg	151%
Total Carbohydrate 58.90g	21%
Dietary Fiber 2.10g	8%
Total Sugars 53.30g
Protein 4.00g	8%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 55mg	4%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 854mg	18%

*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: 0.7%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 93.0%