Golden Dragon Pad Thai

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 17
Golden Dragon Pad Thai Recipe for a Perfect Lunch/Dinner
in Thai

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 ounces Thai rice noodles
1/4 cup tamarind paste
1/4 cup water
4 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 ounces fried tofu
6 tablespoons roasted unsalted peanuts
3 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
8 large shrimp , shelled and deveined
2 eggs
1 cup bean sprouts
2 green onions , cut into 1 inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon roasted chile
red pepper , strips
fresh coriander leaves
wedges lime

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
500
Sugar
8g
Fat
22g
Golden Dragon Pad Thai is a classic Thai dish that is a popular choice for lunch or dinner. It has a unique flavor due to its combination of sweet, sour, and salty ingredients. This dish is a must-try for anyone looking for a healthy and flavorful meal. Golden Dragon Pad Thai is also a great option for those who enjoy Thai cuisine but prefer a mild spice level since it can be adjusted to your preference.

Instructions

1.Soak the rice noodles in warm water for 20 minutes and drain.
2.In a small bowl, mix the tamarind paste and water, set aside.
3.In a wok, heat oil over high heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
4.Add chicken and shrimp, stir until golden brown.
5.Add tofu, 4 tablespoons of peanuts, fish sauce, sugar, and tamarind mixture, stir-fry for 2 minutes.
6.Push the mixture on one side of the wok, add egg on the other side and stir-fry until cooked.
7.Add noodles and stir-fry for another 2 minutes until noodles are cooked.
8.Add bean sprouts, chile, green onions, and red pepper, stir-fry for another minute until vegetables are tender.
9.Serve with lime wedges and remaining peanuts on top of noodles.

PROS

This dish is flavorful, easy to prepare, and can be customized to your liking by adjusting the level of spice and adding more vegetables.

It is also a great healthy option since it is low in calories and high in protein.

CONS

The amount of oil and sugar used can add up to a high calorie count.
It can also be difficult to find some of the less common ingredients if you do not have access to a specialty grocery store.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is high in protein thanks to the chicken, shrimp, and tofu. It is also low in fat as it does not include any heavy cream or fried foods.
The vegetables in this dish provide essential vitamins and minerals and the tamarind paste has antioxidant properties that can aid in reducing inflammation.

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