Description
One Pot Pad Thai is a deliciously vibrant dish that captures the essence of Thailand with its rich flavors and delightful textures. Perfectly cooked rice noodles are enveloped in a savory-sweet sauce, complemented by crunchy peanuts and zesty lime. This easy one-pot recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties, allowing you to enjoy restaurant-quality cuisine right at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz flat rice noodles
- 1 cup diced chicken or firm tofu
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts, crushed
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping veggies and protein into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of oil and cook chicken or tofu until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add bell peppers, carrots, and green onions; sauté for about 3 minutes.
- Stir in rice noodles and water (or broth); bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 6-8 minutes until noodles are tender.
- Mix in soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, and any additional seasonings; stir until well combined.
- Serve garnished with crushed peanuts and extra lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg