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Tia food Pad Thai Recipe

Serves : 2

Ingredients :

• For the sauce :
• 3 tbsp tamarind paste. or lime juice if you can’t find it
• 3 tbsp fish sauce. or soy sauce for vegetarian
• 1½ tbsp palm sugar. or brown sugar
• 1 tsp chili flakes. adjust for spice level
• For the stir-fry :
• 200g rice noodles
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 shallot, thinly sliced
• 200g shrimp, chicken, tofu, or a mix. your call
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• 3 green onions, chopped. white and green parts separated
• Garnish :
• ¼ cup roasted peanuts, crushed
• Lime wedges
• Fresh cilantro
• Extra chili flakes

Instructions :

1. Prepare the noodles :
   Soak rice noodles in warm water for about 20-30 minutes until soft but not mushy. Drain and set aside.
2. Make the sauce :
   In a small bowl, mix tamarind paste, fish sauce, palm sugar, and chili flakes. Stir until sugar dissolves.
3. Cook the protein :
   Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, chicken, or tofu and stir-fry until cooked. Remove from the pan and set aside.
4. Build the flavor base :
   Add another tbsp of oil to the pan. Toss in garlic, shallots, and the white parts of green onions. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Scramble the eggs :
   Push the garlic mixture to one side and pour the beaten eggs into the pan. Let them set slightly, then scramble them.
6. Combine everything :
   Add the softened noodles and sauce to the pan. Toss well to coat. Add cooked protein, bean sprouts, and green onion greens. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until everything is hot and evenly mixed.
7. Serve and slay :
   Plate up that beautiful Pad Thai. Garnish with crushed peanuts, fresh cilantro, lime wedges, and extra chili flakes if you’re feeling bold.

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