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Tofu Pad See Ew
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 8 oz wide rice noodles
- 1 block of firm tofu, drained and cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups Chinese broccoli or regular broccoli, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 eggs
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Soak the rice noodles in hot water for 8-10 minutes until they are soft but still chewy. Drain and set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, brown sugar, and white pepper. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the tofu cubes and stir-fry until they are golden brown. Remove from the wok and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the wok. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Push the garlic to the side of the wok and crack the eggs into the wok. Scramble the eggs until they are cooked through.
- Add the Chinese broccoli or regular broccoli to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
- Add the soaked rice noodles and the sauce mixture to the wok. Toss everything together until the noodles are evenly coated with the sauce.
- Add the stir-fried tofu back into the wok and toss to combine with the noodles and vegetables.
- Divide the Pad See Ew among serving plates and serve with lime wedges on the side. Enjoy!
Tofu Pad See Ew is a popular Thai dish that has gained a strong following in the West. This savory stir-fried noodle dish is known for its wide rice noodles, tender tofu, and a sweet and savory sauce. The history of Tofu Pad See Ew can be traced back to the streets of Thailand, where local chefs and street vendors perfected the art of stir-frying noodles with a unique blend of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar. Today, this dish can be found in Thai restaurants around the world, with some of the best versions hailing from the bustling streets of Bangkok. The key to a delicious Tofu Pad See Ew lies in the perfect balance of flavors and textures, with the tofu absorbing the rich sauce and the noodles retaining their chewy yet tender consistency. For those looking to recreate this dish at home, it's essential to use high-quality wide rice noodles and to achieve the right level of caramelization during the stir-frying process. Whether enjoyed at a local Thai eatery or prepared in a home kitchen, Tofu Pad See Ew continues to delight food enthusiasts with its irresistible blend of flavors and comforting appeal.
30 min
4
350 calories
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