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Pad thai

Pad thai is a lunch thai recipe with 429 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

429 kcal

Total Time

30 min

Servings

1

Protein

15 g

Ingredients

  • serving of flat rice noodles1 piece
  • shrimp or chicken100g
  • firm tofu, cubed50g
  • egg1 piece
  • bean sprouts.5 cup
  • chopped peanuts2 tbsp
  • For the sauce:As needed
  • fish sauce2 tbsp
  • tamarind paste1 tbsp
  • sugar1 tbsp
  • Lime wedgesFor Serving

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Soak flat rice noodles in warm water until pliable, then drain.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    In a wok or large skillet, heat oil and stir-fry shrimp or chicken until cooked through.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Add tofu and cook until golden brown.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Push the ingredients to one side of the wok and scramble an egg on the other side.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Add the soaked noodles to the wok, along with a sauce made from fish sauce, tamarind paste, and sugar.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Toss everything together until the noodles are cooked and have absorbed the sauce.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    Stir in bean sprouts and chopped peanuts.

  8. 8

    Step 8

    Serve immediately with lime wedges and extra crushed peanuts on the side.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

429

Protein

15g

Carbs

82g

Fat

4g

Fiber

4g

Micronutrients

Iron

2 mg

Zinc

1.5 mg

Sodium

1000 mg

Calcium

60 mg

Folate

50 mcg

Magnesium

40 mg

Potassium

300 mg

Vitamin C

10 mg

Vitamin A

50 mcg

Vitamin B12

0.5 mcg

Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

No

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

No

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

EggFishTree NutGlutenSoy

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Pad thai can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pad thai

How many calories are in Pad thai?

Pad thai has about 429 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Pad thai suitable for vegetarians?

No. Pad thai is not vegetarian as written because it includes shrimp or chicken.

Is Pad thai gluten-free?

Pad thai is not reliably gluten-free as written because it includes serving of flat rice noodles. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Pad thai?

Yes. This recipe includes Egg, Fish, Tree Nut, Gluten, and Soy. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.

Can I make Pad thai ahead of time?

Pad thai can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

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