Description
Comfort meets culture in this classic Pad See Ew, a Thai street favorite that weaves silky rice noodles with caramelized edges and tender protein. Rich wok-kissed flavors and glossy sauce invite you to savor a delicious journey through Bangkok’s culinary landscape.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 8 ounces (250 grams) chicken breast or thigh, thinly sliced
Noodles and Vegetables:
- 8 ounces (250 grams) wide rice noodles (fresh or dried)
- 2 cups Chinese broccoli (gai lan), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
Sauces and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 pinch white pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Soak dried rice noodles in warm water for 15-20 minutes until pliable, then thoroughly drain. Fresh noodles should be gently separated to prevent sticking.
- Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and sugar in a small bowl until sugar completely dissolves, creating a uniform sauce mixture.
- Heat wok or large skillet over medium-high heat with cooking oil. Add chicken and stir-fry rapidly for approximately 3 minutes until nearly cooked through and developing golden edges.
- Shift chicken to one side of the pan, creating a clear space. Crack eggs directly into the empty area and quickly scramble until just set but not completely dry.
- Introduce rice noodles and Chinese broccoli into the wok. Pour prepared sauce over ingredients, tossing vigorously to ensure complete coating and even distribution of flavors.
- Continue stir-frying for 2-3 minutes, maintaining high heat. Ensure noodles become soft and slightly charred while vegetables retain a crisp texture.
- Finish with a light sprinkle of white pepper for additional depth. Transfer immediately to serving plates while piping hot, capturing the dish’s authentic street food essence.
Notes
- Noodle Selection Matters: Choose wide, flat rice noodles for authentic texture, preferably fresh from an Asian grocery store for best results.
- Quick Stir-Frying Technique: Keep ingredients moving constantly in the wok to prevent burning and ensure even cooking with high heat.
- Sauce Balance Is Key: Adjust sauce ingredients to taste, balancing sweet, salty, and umami flavors for a perfect Thai street food experience.
- Dietary Adaptations: Swap chicken with tofu for vegetarian version, use gluten-free soy sauce for gluten-sensitive diners, and add extra vegetables for more nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1030mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 186mg