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Easy Homemade Pad Thai Recipe

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This Easy Homemade Pad Thai recipe is a flavorful and creamy take on the classic Thai dish, featuring thick rice noodles tossed in a rich sauce made from coconut milk, peanut butter, and a blend of savory and spicy ingredients. Quick to prepare, this stir-fried noodle dish is garnished with fresh cilantro, green onions, and crunchy peanuts, making it a perfect weeknight dinner that packs a harmonious balance of sweet, salty, tangy, and spicy flavors.

Ingredients

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Noodles

  • 8 oz rice noodles (flat and thick)

Sauce

  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • ⅓ cup peanut butter
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 4 tbsp tomato ketchup
  • 3 tsp fish sauce
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 3–4 dashes hot sauce (to taste)

Aromatics & Garnish

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, chopped thinly
  • 1 inch piece ginger, minced
  • 2–3 tbsp cooking oil
  • Chopped onions (green onions/scallions) for garnish
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish
  • Chopped peanuts for garnish
  • Juice of 1 lime (for drizzling)

Instructions

  1. Boil the Noodles: In a medium pot, bring enough water to a boil to cover the rice noodles. Add the noodles and cook for 3-4 minutes or until they become soft and separated. Drain immediately and set aside to prevent overcooking.
  2. Prepare the Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine the coconut milk, peanut butter, red pepper flakes, hot sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, and tomato ketchup. Whisk thoroughly until all ingredients blend into a smooth, creamy sauce.
  3. Sauté Aromatics and Combine: Heat cooking oil in a wok or wide skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic, ginger, and thinly chopped onion, sautéing until they soften and become fragrant. Pour in the prepared sauce, then add the drained noodles. Toss the noodles thoroughly with tongs to evenly coat them with the sauce. Although the noodles will look very saucy initially, they will absorb the sauce as they finish cooking.
  4. Finish and Garnish: Turn off the heat. Drizzle fresh lime juice over the noodles for brightness. Serve the dish garnished with chopped cilantro, green onions, and crunchy peanuts for texture and flavor contrast.

Notes

  • Use thick flat rice noodles to get the best texture; soaking or boiling time may vary depending on noodle brand.
  • Adjust the amount of hot sauce and red pepper flakes according to your personal spice preference.
  • The sauce can be prepared ahead of time for faster cooking.
  • For added protein, consider adding shrimp, chicken, or tofu during the sauté step.
  • Serve immediately for best texture; noodles can become sticky if left sitting too long.

Keywords: Pad Thai, Homemade Pad Thai, Thai noodles, peanut sauce, coconut milk, easy Thai recipe, quick dinner, stir-fried noodles

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