If you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-prepare Asian dish, beef pad thai with peanut sauce is a great option. With its combination of sweet, sour, and savory flavors, this classic Thai dish is sure to please everyone at the table. The key to a great pad thai is the peanut sauce, a creamy and flavorful blend of roasted peanuts, spices, and coconut milk. Once you've mastered the sauce, the rest of the dish comes together quickly and easily.
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THAI NOODLES WITH SPICY PEANUT SAUCE
This is a recipe that I've tweeked and adjusted to yield a warm noodle side-dish. It can also stand alone as a main dish. It's quick and easy and full of flavor! I serve it with Chicken Satay. Leftovers are yummy hot or cold.
Provided by jenpalombi
Categories Thai
Time 20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water according to package directions.
- Drain and return to pot.
- Add 2 TBSP sesame oil and toss to coat.
- Set aside.
- Heat remaining 2 TBSP sesame oil in heavy pot over medium-high heat.
- Add green onions, carrots, stir-fry veggies, garlic and ginger.
- Saute until vegetables soften, about 4 minutes.
- Add honey, peanut butter, soy sauce, vinegar and chili-garlic sauce and mix well.
- Simmer sauce 2 minutes.
- Pour sauce over pasta and toss well.
- Transfer to platter and serve warm.
- Garnish with additional green onions, if desired.
- Yields 8 side dish servings or 4 main dish servings.
- **Chili-Garlicsauce can be increased or decreased depending on how spicy you like your dish.
- As written, this recipe has some heat, but is still edible for my toddler son.
PAD THAI NOODLES
This popular Thai noodle dish has a delicate balance of spicy, sweet, salty, and sour flavors. This recipe is based on a traditional Bangkok-style version of the dish. It is not swimming in sauce like many Western versions found in restaurants. The dish is full of flavor with a light coating of delicious sauce in every bite. Serve with lime wedges, fish sauce, sugar, white pepper or pepper flakes, and vinegar on the table so guests can individually adjust tastes.
Provided by Bud W
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Thai
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Place noodles in a large bowl and cover with hot water. Set aside until noodles are flexible but still firm, about 10 minutes. Drain.
- Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat until it starts to smoke. Add oil; heat until it shimmers. Add peanuts; cook and stir until roasted, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from wok.
- Stir chile peppers, shallot, and garlic into the oil; cook and stir until garlic just begins to brown, about 30 seconds. Add chicken and tofu; cook until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 4 to 5 minutes. Add noodles, stirring quickly to mix in and prevent them from sticking. Add sugar, tamarind paste, fish sauce, and white pepper together; cook, stirring constantly, until sauce thickens, about 2 minutes.
- Push noodle mixture to one side of the wok; crack egg into the empty space. Stir until scrambled, 1 to 2 minutes; fold into noodles. Stir in shrimp; cook until opaque, 2 to 3 minutes. Add roasted peanuts, bean sprouts, chives, and lime juice; cook and stir until flavors combine, 1 to 2 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 535.8 calories, Carbohydrate 66.4 g, Cholesterol 147.9 mg, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 626.4 mg, Sugar 13.3 g
SAUCY THAI BEEF NOODLES
This stir-fry has been a family favorite for some time. I like to double the recipe and add extra vegetables. -Janelle Lee, Appleton, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, bring the first eight ingredients just to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat; set aside., Cook spaghetti according to package directions. , In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry beef in 1/2 teaspoon oil until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm. , Stir-fry carrot and red pepper in remaining oil for 3-4 minutes. Add snow peas and onions; stir-fry 2-3 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Return beef to skillet., Drain noodles; add to the pan. Add peanut sauce and toss to coat. Sprinkle with peanuts and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 536 calories, Fat 19g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 795mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 34g protein.
BEEF AND NOODLES IN THAI PEANUT SAUCE
Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook the noodles according to the package directions. Drain, transfer to a large bowl, and cover with aluminum foil or plastic wrap to keep warm.
- Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, whisk together the sauce ingredients until well blended and set the pan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Heat the peanut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ginger and garlic and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the bell pepper and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the beef and cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Add 1 cup of the peanut sauce and simmer until the beef is cooked through, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer the beef mixture to the noodles and toss to combine, and then serve on individual plates topped with the peanuts and scallions. The leftover peanut sauce will keep in the refrigerator up to 4 days or in the freezer up to 3 months; thaw completely in the refrigerator or microwave for about 3 minutes on LOW before using.
BEEF PAD THAI WITH PEANUT SAUCE & ASIAN NOODLES
I took two different recipes here & combined them. However - some of both of these recipes ingredients didn't quite give enough flavor to the dish. Thus, I have experimented with some flavors I believe work very nicely here and the result is quite good indeed. My husband, (who is a very picky eater by the way), couldn't get enough.
Provided by stephanierndos
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Thai Peanut Sauce Preparation: Place the first 12 ingredients (from the peanuts to the lime zest), in a blender. Blend until sauce is smooth. If you prefer a runnier peanut sauce, add a little more water. Do a taste test for salt and spice, adding more fish sauce if not salty enough, and more chili sauce &/or red pepper flakes, if not spicy enough. If too salty, add another squeeze of fresh limejuice.
- Beef Pad Thai Preparation: Cook the noodles according to the package directions. Drain, transfer to a large bowl, and cover with aluminum foil or plastic wrap to keep warm.
- Heat the peanut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ginger and garlic - cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the sliced onions & mushrooms, stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add the beef and stir-fry another 2 minutes. Next, add the teriyaki sauce & a 1/2 cup of the Thai peanut sauce, stir all together, and simmer until the beef is cooked through, about 4-5 minutes.
- Transfer the noodles to the beef mixture & toss to combine. Serve on individual plates topped with the peanuts and scallions. The leftover peanut sauce will keep in the refrigerator up to 4 days or in the freezer up to 3 months; thaw completely in the refrigerator or microwave for about 3 minutes on LOW before using.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 987.3, Fat 60.1, SaturatedFat 13.2, Cholesterol 76, Sodium 2945.6, Carbohydrate 71.1, Fiber 8.8, Sugar 13.1, Protein 46.8
SPICY BEEF PAD THAI
Pad Thai is a spicy play on sweet and sour that's simple to make and easy to reinvent - simply throw almost any veggie or source of protein you'd like into it (a very Asian attribute). Here, the oyster sauce and egg lend a nice creaminess that makes all the noodles stick together. This is a high-heat, quick-cooking process, so it's important to have all of your ingredients lined up by the stove and ready to go.
Provided by Jeffrey Saad
Categories main-dish
Yield Serves 3 to 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Bring a pot of water big enough to cook the noodles to a boil. Once the water is boiling, drop in the noodles and cook until al dente (slightly firm). Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking. Shake off the excess water and set aside the noodles to drain. Once they are drained, lay them out on a plate to minimize clumping. The noodles will be cold when added to the pot.
- 2. In a small bowl, mix together the oyster sauce, soy sauce, chicken stock, and egg. This is your sauce.
- 3. In a wok or large saute pan over high heat, add 1 tablespoon of the peanut oil. Once you see a haze coming off the oil, add the steak, chile, and shallots. Stir frequently until slightly colored, about 30 seconds, and remove to a plate or bowl.
- 4. Add the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons peanut oil to the wok, then add the broccoli. Cook for 30 seconds and remove to the plate with the steak. Add the peanuts and toast briefly. Add the noodles to the wok and mix with the peanuts. Spread the noodles out thin and cook, without stirring, for 20 seconds.
- 5. Add the sauce and half of the green onions to the wok and stir. Add the steak and broccoli and 3/4 cup of the bean sprouts. Stir and divide evenly among three or four plates. Garnish each plate with some of the remaining bean sprouts and green onions. Serve immediately.
THAI DRUNKEN NOODLES WITH BEEF
Steps:
- In a bowl, stir together first 7 ingredients; set aside. Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. Toss with 1 tablespoon oil; set aside. , In a large wok or skillet, heat remaining oil over high heat. Add beef in a single layer; cook until caramelized, about 30 seconds. Turn and cook 30 seconds more; remove. Add red peppers, onion and Thai chiles to wok; stir-fry until peppers are just tender and starting to brown, 2-3 minutes. Add sauce and noodles; bring to a simmer. Cook until sauce thickens and starts to coat noodles. Add beef; toss to coat. Remove from heat; add basil and chives. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 497 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 2393mg sodium, Carbohydrate 74g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
CHICKEN PAD THAI WITH PEANUT SAUCE
I made this chicken pad thai for my wife on her birthday and she loved it. Make sure to pick up medium rice noodles.
Provided by Anthony Murphy
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Thai
Time 1h5m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Place noodles in a large bowl and cover with cold water. Soak until soft, 30 to 50 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Combine soy sauce and cornstarch in a bowl; stir to dissolve cornstarch. Place chicken in a separate bowl and pour soy sauce mixture on top. Stir well and set aside.
- Mix together 1/4 cup sugar, fish sauce, tamarind juice, and lime juice in a saucepan over medium heat and simmer for about 5 minutes. Keep sauce warm.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a second skillet over medium-high heat and add chicken. Cook until no longer pink in the middle and juices run clear, 5 to 10 minutes. Reduce heat and keep chicken warm.
- Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large wok over medium heat. Add garlic and eggs, stirring to scramble, about 5 minutes. Add cooked chicken and stir until well mixed. Add drained noodles and stir until warmed through, 5 to 10 minutes more.
- Stir sauce, 3/4 teaspoon sugar, and salt into noodle mixture in the wok. Stir in peanuts and chili powder. Remove from heat and top with chives. Serve pad thai with bean sprouts on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 679.4 calories, Carbohydrate 75.7 g, Cholesterol 129.7 mg, Fat 28.7 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 31.1 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 2613.8 mg, Sugar 17.8 g
Tips:
- Use wide rice noodles. These noodles are flat and have a chewy texture that holds up well to the sauce.
- Soak the noodles before cooking. This helps to soften them and make them more pliable.
- Cook the noodles according to the package directions. Be careful not to overcook them, or they will become mushy.
- Use a well-seasoned wok or large skillet. This will help to prevent the food from sticking.
- Stir-fry the meat and vegetables over high heat. This will help to create a flavorful char.
- Add the noodles and sauce to the wok or skillet. Stir-fry until the noodles are coated in the sauce.
- Serve the pad thai immediately, garnished with peanuts, cilantro, and lime wedges.
- Adjust the spiciness of the dish by adding more or less chili sauce.
Conclusion:
Beef Pad Thai is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. With its combination of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors, it is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give Beef Pad Thai a try!
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