Quick & Easy Vegetarian Pad Thai
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Craving the mouthwatering flavors of Pad Thai but looking for a more nutritious option? Look no further. In this video, Christine is taking this classic Thai favorite and giving it a healthy twist that doesn't skimp on taste or satisfaction.
Equipment
- Large Wok
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp vegetable oil divided
- 3 bunches bok choy thinly sliced
- 3 scallions sliced crosswise, keeping white parts separated
- 1 jalapeno pepper thinly sliced
- 1 red fresno chili thinly sliced
- 4 cups mung bean sprouts divided
- 4 eggs
- 14 oz rice noodles prepared according to package directions
- 6 tbsp Pad Thai sauce any brand
- ½ cups chopped peanuts divided
- 4 limes cut into wedges
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Cut 1 bunch scallions crosswise to separate dark greens part from light green parts and bulbs. Thinly slice remaining scallions crosswise, keeping ends separate.3 scallions
- Prepare rice noodles according to package directions.14 oz rice noodles
- Crack 4 eggs into a medium bowl and whisk to blend.4 eggs
- Pour 2 tbsp oil in a large wok (at least 12” in diameter) and place over medium-high heat. Add eggs and cook, stirring constantly, until dry curds form, 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.4 tbsp vegetable oil
- Pour 2 tbsp oil into a large skillet and sauté sliced bok choy for 1-2 minutes.4 tbsp vegetable oil, 3 bunches bok choy
- Add scallion whites, Pad Thai sauce, and reserved noodles. Cook, tossing often with tongs, until sauce is mostly absorbed and noodles are well coated, about 3 minutes.6 tbsp Pad Thai sauce
- Toss in scallion greens and 2 cups bean sprouts and toss to combine and heated through.4 cups mung bean sprouts
- Finally, add your eggs back into the wok and half of the chopped peanuts. Cook, tossing constantly, until heated through, about 1 minute more.½ cups chopped peanuts
- Divide noodle mixture among plates. Top with remaining peanuts. Garnish with fresh cilantro, jalapeno and fresno chili. Serve with lime wedges.1 red fresno chili, 4 limes, 1 bunch fresh cilantro, 1 jalapeno pepper
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