When it comes to Thai cuisine, few dishes are as iconic as pad see ew, a stir-fried noodle dish known for its wide rice noodles, sweet and savory sauce, and protein of choice. While traditionally made with pork or shrimp, pad see ew with chicken has become increasingly popular, offering a lighter and more versatile take on this beloved dish. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or new to Thai cooking, this comprehensive guide will walk you through the steps of creating an authentic and satisfying pad see ew with chicken. From selecting the right ingredients and preparing the sauce to cooking the noodles and assembling the dish, you'll learn everything you need to know to make this Thai classic in your own kitchen.
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PAD SEE YOU WITH CHICKEN
Americans might eat pad Thai or drunken noodles, but pad see you is the most popular Thai noodle dish for Thais. It has a smoky, sweet and savory flavor that is truly addicting. Sweet soy sauce is an ingredient you need to get acquainted with ASAP! It's used heavily in China, Indonesia and Malaysia. It's really just Chinese-style soy sauce mixed with molasses--pretty darn simple and delicious! Not very salty, it's more sweet and savory, and it's the key to making delicious pad see you. Pad means to stir-fry. See you translates to "soy sauce" in Thai, similar to shoyu in Japanese.
Provided by Jet Tila
Categories main-dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine the Chinese sweet soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce and sugar in a small bowl and set it aside.
- Place the broccoli florets in a bowl with about 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) of water and cover with plastic wrap. Microwave for 1 1/2 minutes on high, then set aside until ready to use.
- Heat the oil on high in a large skillet for about 1 minute. When you see the first wisps of white smoke, add the chicken and garlic to the pan and saute for about 1 minute or until the exterior of the chicken is mostly seared and opaque. Don't be scared to really scrape the bits off the pan before they burn.
- Add in the eggs, then "cradle" the noodles in the eggs, tossing to coat the noodles with the egg.
- Drain the broccoli and add, tossing it constantly until it starts to turn dark green, 1 to 2 minutes. Then add the sauce and stir constantly to combine for about 3 minutes until the noodles soak up the sauce and start to crisp slightly on the edges.
- When the chicken is cooked through and the sauces are absorbed, sprinkle with white pepper and combine very well.
PAD SE EEW
Thai-style rice noodle dish with chicken and a bit of a kick. It is a lot easier to make this if you cook it in the pan in two batches instead of one. That way you can customize it the way each person likes it (more chicken, more broccoli, no egg).
Provided by Robert
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Thai
Time 35m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Stir the dark soy sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and chile-garlic sauce together in a small saucepan and place over medium-how heat; simmer and stir until the sugar dissolves into the sauce, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir the garlic and chicken in the hot oil until the chicken is no longer pink in the center, 7 to 10 minutes. Stir the broccoli into the chicken mixture; cook and stir until the broccoli is thoroughly heated. Add the noodles and stir until all the ingredients are evenly mixed. Pour the sauce over the mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated; continue cooking until the sauce begins to thicken.
- Push the chicken mixture to the side of the skillet with a spatula. Add the egg to the skillet in the vacated space. Scramble the egg, cooking it through. Once egg is cooked, mix ingredients back in and heat thoroughly. Garnish with the sesame seeds and red pepper flakes to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 757.5 calories, Carbohydrate 140.1 g, Cholesterol 99.1 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 24.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 1352.6 mg, Sugar 6.8 g
PAD SEE EW
Not as famous as Pad Thai but just as delicious, this classic Thai dish calls for stir-frying rice noodles with soy sauce. The unique flavor comes from browning the ingredients and allowing the sauce to caramelize. Your pan should be so hot that you hear a sizzle throughout cooking.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Beef Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place sliced chiles in a small bowl and cover with 2 tablespoons vinegar.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil; remove from heat. Stir in noodles; let soak until softened (but still undercooked), 2 minutes. Drain; rinse under cold water until cool. Crack eggs into a bowl. In a separate bowl or measuring cup, stir together sweet soy sauce, soy sauce, and remaining 4 teaspoons vinegar.
- Preheat a large cast-iron skillet over high until very hot, about 2 minutes (a sprinkle of water should evaporate immediately). Add 1 tablespoon oil and swirl to coat sides and bottom. Add steak, spreading into a single layer. Let sear (do not stir) until golden on bottom, about 1 minute. Toss and turn occasionally until golden on all sides and just cooked through, about 1 1/2 minutes more. Transfer to a plate.
- Reheat skillet over high. Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil and swirl to coat sides and bottom. Add eggs and immediately scramble for 20 seconds. Add Broccolini and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until just tender, about 1 minute. Add drained noodles, seared steak and accumulated juices, and soy sauce mixture. Toss to coat. Cook 4 minutes, stirring every minute and allowing the sauce to sit and caramelize in between stirring. Serve with pickled chiles.
PAD SEE EW
Built around the satisfying umami of soy sauce, this is an easy Thai recipe to shop for and cook at home. The classic version is made with wide, fresh rice noodles, but Pailin Chongchitnant, a popular Canadian YouTube chef, said that restaurants in Bangkok proudly advertise using spaghetti; in southern Thailand, her family used egg noodles. (In other words, there's flexibility.) The street-kitchen version of this popular dish - a close relative of Cantonese beef chow fun - will always have more of the seared edges that make the dish extra delicious, but cooking it in a wide, heavy pan that holds onto heat gives great results. If gai lan is not available, Ms. Chongchitnant says that broccolini, a hybrid of gai lan and broccoli, or steamed broccoli are good alternatives. (The crunch of the stems is what you're after here.).
Provided by Julia Moskin
Categories noodles, main course
Time 1h
Yield 2 to 3 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Prepare the noodles: Place dried noodles in a large bowl and cover with hot tap water. Let soak while you prepare the remaining ingredients, allowing the water to cool, and stirring and separating the noodles occasionally with your hands. (This will take 30 to 40 minutes, depending on the brand.) When ready, noodles will be white, limp and bouncy, almost soft to the bite. (They will cook a little more later.) Pour off and discard all the water, fluff noodles with your hands and set aside.
- Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, mix the meat with the soy sauce and let stand at room temperature.
- Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, whisk the oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce and white pepper to combine.
- Place the remaining noodle ingredients in bowls and line them up in the order they'll be added to the pan: garlic, gai lan, eggs, noodles and sugar, then the sauce. When ready to cook, put 1 cup of hot tap water near the stove, and drain and discard any liquid in the bowl with the meat.
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a 14-inch wok or a heavy 12-inch skillet or a large Dutch oven over high heat until just starting to smoke. (If using a smaller pan, cook in 2 batches.) Add the meat to the hot pan in a single layer. Let cook, undisturbed, until well browned, about 1 minute, then stir-fry until just cooked through, about 1 minute more, pressing it against the pan to sear. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Wipe out the pan and heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil over medium until shimmering. Stir in the garlic, then immediately add the greens and stir-fry just until bright and beginning to wilt, 30 to 45 seconds.
- Push greens to one side of the pan, add just enough oil to lightly coat the other side and add the eggs. Use the spatula to scramble the eggs, stirring and scraping until cooked through and just dry, about 1 minute.
- Raise the heat to high. Add the noodles, spreading them around the pan, then tossing and separating them with a wok turner, tongs or both. When noodles are sizzling, add the sugar and 3 tablespoons sauce, and toss to coat and cook through. Keep cooking, leaving noodles undisturbed for 20 to 30 seconds at a time, so they sear and caramelize.
- Add the meat back to the pan, along with any liquids in the dish, and toss everything together.
- Add a few dashes of black soy sauce, and taste for doneness and seasoning. Keep cooking, adding more sugar, black soy sauce or pad see ew sauce a little at a time, until the dish is very savory and a little sweet. Add hot water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if noodles are not quite soft.
- When the noodles have absorbed all the liquid and the flavors are balanced, serve immediately.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your Pad See Ew.
- Choose the right noodles. Pad See Ew is traditionally made with flat rice noodles, but you can also use other types of noodles, such as udon or ramen noodles.
- Don't overcook the noodles. They should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
- Use a well-seasoned wok. This will help to prevent the noodles from sticking.
- Stir-fry the ingredients over high heat. This will help to create a smoky flavor.
- Add the sauce last. This will help to prevent the noodles from becoming too dry.
- Serve Pad See Ew immediately. This dish is best enjoyed fresh.
Conclusion:
Pad See Ew is a delicious and easy-to-make Thai noodle dish. With its savory sauce, tender chicken, and fresh vegetables, it's a surefire hit with family and friends. So next time you're in the mood for a flavorful and satisfying meal, give Pad See Ew a try!
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