🍽Pad Thai
Dairy-freeEgg-freeSesame-freeNut-freeContains fish
Pad Thai
Steady frying heat sets the outside quickly while allowing the centre to cook through as directed. In pad thai, Rice Noodles, Juice of 3 Lime and Cayenne Pepper are brought together in the stated order so their textures remain controlled and the seasoning is distributed evenly.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
Instructions
Servings:4
- 1Put the noodles in a large heatproof bowl, pour boiling water over them and leave for 4 minutes, then drain and refresh under cold running water.
- 2Put the lime juice, cayenne, sugar and fish sauce in a bowl and mix well. Have all the other ingredients ready by the cooker.
- 3Heat the oil and fry the prawns until warmed through. Add the spring onions and noodles and toss around. Tip in the lime juice mixture, then stir in the beansprouts and half the peanuts and coriander. Cook for 1 minute; stop when everything is heated through.
Nutrition
- Calories
- 286
- Protein
- 10.5g
- Carbs
- 37g
Chef tips
For a family-friendly version, swap the seafood for chicken pieces or tofu, and serve with plenty of roasted peanuts and fresh lemon to add zest and balance the Asian flavours.
Culinary reasoning
Steady frying heat sets the outside quickly while allowing the centre to cook through as directed. In pad thai, Rice Noodles, Juice of 3 Lime and Cayenne Pepper are brought together in the stated order so their textures remain controlled and the seasoning is distributed evenly.