Pad Thai with Chicken & Tofu
Method
- 01
Place noodles in a bowl and cover with boiling water. Soak 5 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water. Don't let them sit longer than 5 minutes.
- 02
Mix tamarind puree, brown sugar, fish sauce, and oyster sauce in a bowl.
- 03
Heat vegetable oil in a wok over high heat. Add garlic and onion and cook 30 seconds.
- 04
Add chicken and cook about 2 minutes, until mostly cooked through.
- 05
Push the chicken to one side and pour the eggs on the other. Scramble, then mix into the chicken.
- 06
Add bean sprouts, tofu, noodles, and sauce. Toss gently for 1–2 minutes until the sauce is absorbed.
- 07
Add green onions and half the peanuts. Toss quickly, then remove from heat.
- 08
Serve topped with the remaining peanuts, lime wedges, and extra bean sprouts. Sprinkle with chili if you like heat.