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Pad See Ew

Pad See Ew is a popular Thai dish known for its wide rice noodles stir-fried with a flavorful combination of protein, vegetables, and savory sauces. This delicious and satisfying dish typically features tender slices of meat (such as chicken, beef, or tofu), broccoli, carrots, and Chinese broccoli or kale. The noodles are cooked until they are soft and coated in a rich sauce made with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and other seasonings. Pad See Ew offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors, making it a favorite among Thai cuisine enthusiasts.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz wide rice noodles
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp garlic minced
  • 1 cup protein of your choice (chicken, beef, or tofu) sliced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 5 stems Chinese broccoli divide stem and leaf, cut into bite-size
  • 2 eggs lightly beaten

Sauce

  • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 2 tsp vinegar
  • 2 tsp sugar

Garnish

  • Lime wedges Optional
  • cilantro Optional

Instructions
 

  • Make a sauce: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, and vinegar. Set aside.
  • Noodle: Cook the wide rice noodles according to packet directions, drain and set aside.
  • Season Protein: Meanwhile, season the chicken (or protein of your choice) with salt.
  • Sauté garlic: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
  • Cook protein: Add chicken (or your choice of protein) to the skillet and cook until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  • Stem then leaf: Add Chinese broccoli stem. Stir-fry until tender-crisp. Then add leaf.
  • Scramble the eggs: Push the protein and veggie to one side and pour lightly beaten eggs into the empty space. Scramble the eggs until slightly runny.
  • Set aside: Transfer the protein and veggie to a plate, and set aside.
  • Noodle and Sauce: In the same skillet, heat the oil. Add the drained rice noodles to the skillet and pour the sauce and toss.
  • Put together: Add the cooked protein and veggie back in and stir-fry for a minute until everything is heated through.
  • Adjust: Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more soy sauce or brown sugar if desired.
  • Serve with garnish: Serve hot, garnished with cilantro and lime wedges. Squeeze lime juice over the noodles before eating.