Name: Pad See Ew (Thai Stir-Fried Noodles)
Ingredients: For our Pad See Ew, we will use 14 ounces of wide rice noodles. These noodles are essential for achieving the dish’s signature texture. They soak up sauces beautifully while providing a satisfying chew.; Choose 8 ounces of chicken breast or firm tofu as your protein source. Chicken adds flavor and moisture to the dish, while tofu is a great vegetarian option that absorbs the surrounding flavors well.; You will need 1 cup of broccoli florets. Broccoli not only adds color but also provides a nice crunch and nutritional value to your meal. It pairs wonderfully with the noodles and sauce.; Prepare 1 medium carrot, julienned or sliced thinly. Carrots introduce sweetness and a vibrant hue to your Pad See Ew. Their natural sugars caramelize during cooking for added flavor.; Use 4 tablespoons of soy sauce for seasoning. Soy sauce is crucial in creating the rich umami flavor that defines this dish. You can opt for light or dark soy sauce depending on your preference.; Add 2 tablespoons of oyster sauce for depth and sweetness. This sauce enhances the overall flavor profile of the dish without overpowering it.; Finely chop 3 cloves of garlic for aroma and taste. Garlic brings warmth to the dish, enhancing both the noodles and vegetables with its unmistakable fragrance.; Use 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil for frying. Vegetable oil has a high smoke point ideal for stir-frying at high temperatures while ensuring even cooking.; 

Description

Pad See Ew (Thai Stir-Fried Noodles) is a beloved dish that captures the essence of Thai street food. This stir-fried noodle recipe combines flat rice noodles with vibrant vegetables and protein—usually chicken or tofu—richly flavored with soy sauce and garlic. A balance of savory and slightly sweet notes makes it an irresistible meal. Making Pad See Ew at home is simpler than you might think and allows you to customize it to your liking.

Ingredients

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Rice Noodles

For our Pad See Ew, we will use 14 ounces of wide rice noodles. These noodles are essential for achieving the dish’s signature texture. They soak up sauces beautifully while providing a satisfying chew.

Protein

Choose 8 ounces of chicken breast or firm tofu as your protein source. Chicken adds flavor and moisture to the dish, while tofu is a great vegetarian option that absorbs the surrounding flavors well.

Broccoli

You will need 1 cup of broccoli florets. Broccoli not only adds color but also provides a nice crunch and nutritional value to your meal. It pairs wonderfully with the noodles and sauce.

Carrots

Prepare 1 medium carrot, julienned or sliced thinly. Carrots introduce sweetness and a vibrant hue to your Pad See Ew. Their natural sugars caramelize during cooking for added flavor.

Soy Sauce

Use 4 tablespoons of soy sauce for seasoning. Soy sauce is crucial in creating the rich umami flavor that defines this dish. You can opt for light or dark soy sauce depending on your preference.

Oyster Sauce

Add 2 tablespoons of oyster sauce for depth and sweetness. This sauce enhances the overall flavor profile of the dish without overpowering it.

Garlic

Finely chop 3 cloves of garlic for aroma and taste. Garlic brings warmth to the dish, enhancing both the noodles and vegetables with its unmistakable fragrance.

Vegetable Oil

Use 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil for frying. Vegetable oil has a high smoke point ideal for stir-frying at high temperatures while ensuring even cooking.