Pad thai with tofu

Main Dish
Very Easy
30 min
604 Kcal

If you're a fan of Thai cuisine, you surely know Pad Thai :-) Today, we invite you to make it at home with tofu. Yes, you'll see that tofu can be flavorful despite appearances ;-) It's easy to make, and we'll guide you step by step through preparing this fragrant, colorful dish in the steps below ↓ ↓

Ingredients

4

Materials

  • pan, wok

Preparation

Preparation15 min
Cook time15 min
  • Pad thai with tofu - Preparation step 1Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions.
  • Pad thai with tofu - Preparation step 2Prepare the sauce: mix brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, and fish sauce.
  • Pad thai with tofu - Preparation step 3Heat oil in a skillet or wok. Add tofu cut into cubes and sauté for about 5 minutes (it should be golden brown on all sides).
  • Pad thai with tofu - Preparation step 4Set the tofu aside and keep the oil. Add sliced bell peppers and carrot sticks, and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Pad thai with tofu - Preparation step 5Add chopped garlic, green onions, and bean sprouts. Sauté everything for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Pad thai with tofu - Preparation step 6Push the vegetables to the edges of the pan or wok. Crack the eggs in the center. Scramble until cooked.
  • Pad thai with tofu - Preparation step 7Finally, add the cooked noodles, grilled tofu, and sauce, and stir well to combine everything.
  • Pad thai with tofu - Preparation step 8Serve with fresh cilantro, fried onions, grilled peanuts, and a lime wedge. Enjoy your Pad Thai!

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FAQ ❓

How can you make tofu more flavorful in Pad Thai?

To make tofu more flavorful, you can marinate it in soy sauce or spices before sautéing it, or simmer it in the sauce prepared for the dish.
Pad Thai is an iconic Thai dish, often considered a symbol of the country's culinary culture. It became popular in the 1930s.
Yes, you can use wheat noodles or soba noodles, but this will change the texture and flavor of the traditional dish.
Tofu is an excellent source of plant-based protein, iron, and calcium, making it a nutritious choice, especially for vegetarians and vegans.
You can customize Pad Thai by adding seasonal vegetables, adjusting the spice level, or replacing the tofu with shrimp or chicken for different flavors.

Nutrition

for 1 serving / for 100 g
Calories: 604Kcal
  • Carbo: 64.8g
  • Total fat: 21.9g
  • Saturated fat: 3.4g
  • Proteins: 27.4g
  • Fibers: 7.1g
  • Sugar: 21.2g
  • ProPoints: 15
  • SmartPoints: 19
Nutritional information for 1 serving (403g)

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Juliette HessJuliette Hess
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I’m a huge fan of pasta and noodles in all their forms ❤ from udon noodles to tagliatelle, I love cooking them and even making them from scratch!
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