30 Minute Tofu Pad Thai

This tofu Pad Thai is a fast and easy recipe for when you’re craving takeaway but want to cook a delicious and nourishing meal at home instead. With just a few key ingredients you can satisfy your craving for this takeaway favourite in just 30 minutes!

Course Main Course

Cuisine Asian-Style, Thai Inspired

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 350kcal

Author Sally

Equipment

Ingredients

For the sauce:

3 tablespoons tamarind paste
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 ½ tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce or just use regular soy sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
1-2 teaspoons sriracha
1 teaspoon fish sauce optional

For the noodles:

600 grams fresh rice noodles or 300grams dried see notes
½ tablespoon canola oil
1 medium carrot julienned or grated
2 garlic cloves minced
2 eggs
300 grams fried tofu diced
1 cup bean sprouts
¼ cup chopped peanuts
Sliced spring onions and lime wedges to serve

Instructions

Whisk together the tamarind paste, brown sugar, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, lime juice, sriracha, and fish sauce (if using) in a small bowl. Set aside.
Prepare the fresh rice noodles according to packet instructions (usually in the microwave for 2-3 minutes) and then gently separate them with your hands and set aside.
Heat the oil in a large frying pan or wok over medium heat. Add the carrot and garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly softened and fragrant.
Push the carrot and garlic to one side and crack in the eggs. Scramble gently with a spatula until just cooked through, then stir through the vegetables.
Add the diced fried tofu and cook for another minute to heat through.
Add the noodles and sauce to the pan. Toss everything together for 2-3 minutes until well combined and the noodles are heated through and coated in the sauce. You should start to see the noodles getting a little char from the wok.
Stir through the bean sprouts to combine.
Divide the noodles between bowls and top with chopped peanuts, spring onions, and lime wedges.

Notes

Vegetarian Option: Use a vegan fish sauce or omit.

Vegan Option: Omit eggs and fish sauce or use a vegan fish sauce.

Gluten Free Option: Swap soy sauce for a gluten free soy sauce / tamari.

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