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Vegetable Pad Thai

GOOD TO KNOW Although this version of a classic Thai noodle dish is vegetarian, we’ve added a little optional protein in the form of scrambled egg. You could add thinly sliced poached chicken breast instead; add chicken to the skillet in step 3, tossing to coat with sauce.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    serves 4

Ingredients

8 ounces flat, wide rice noodles
2 tablespoons dark-brown sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, plus lime wedges for serving
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons vegetable oil, such as safflower
3 scallions, trimmed, white and green parts separated and thinly sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
2 large eggs, lightly beaten (optional)
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
1/4 cup chopped roasted, salted peanuts, for garnish

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Soak noodles according to package instructions, then drain. In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, lime juice, and soy sauce.

    Step 2

    In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Add scallion whites and garlic; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, 30 seconds. Add eggs, if using, and cook, scraping skillet with a heatproof flexible spatula, until eggs are almost set, about 30 seconds. Transfer egg mixture to a plate. (If not using eggs, leave scallion-white mixture in skillet.)

    Step 3

    Add noodles and soy sauce mixture to skillet; cook, tossing constantly, until noodles are soft and coated with sauce, about 1 minute. Add egg mixture and toss to coat, breaking eggs up gently. Divide noodles among four shallow bowls; garnish with cilantro and peanuts, and serve with lime wedges.

  2. nutrition information

    Step 4

    (Per Serving)

    Step 5

    Calories: 315

    Step 6

    Fat: 7g (0.9g Saturated Fat)

    Step 7

    Protein: 3.6g

    Step 8

    Carbohydrates: 60.5g

    Step 9

    Fiber: 1.4g

Everyday Food: Light