Pad Thai

by Ashlie Jacobs

This Pad Thai recipe is a delightful combination of savory, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors, perfect for a satisfying and healthy meal. It features brown rice noodles for a wholesome twist, along with a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables and protein-packed tofu. The sauce provides a balanced and flavorful coating for the noodles. This dish is ideal for a quick weeknight meal and is sure to become a favorite in your household.

Total Time

20 min

Servings

4-5

Prep Time

5 min

Cook Time

15 min

  • One Box of Brown Rice Pad Thai Noodles

  • One Packet of Extra Firm Tofu

  • One Cup of Shredded Carrots

  • 4 scallion whites

  • Cilantro

  • Salted Crushed Peanuts

  • 1 Lime

Ingredients:

Pad Thai Sauce:

  • 8 Tablespoons low sodium soy sauce

  • 8 Tablespoons Agave

  • 4 Tablespoons Rice Vinegar

  • 4 Tablespoons Lime Juice

  • 2 tsp Siracha sauce (+1 tsp additional for more heat)

  1. Prepare the Tofu: Drain and dry the tofu. Slice it into bite-sized pieces. Chop the bottoms of the scallion whites into small slices.

  2. Prepare the Sauce: Mix the soy sauce, Sriracha sauce, agave, lime juice, and rice vinegar. Set aside.

  3. Cook the Noodles: Cook the Pad Thai noodles according to the package instructions. Ensure they are fully cooked, then rinse with cold water and set aside.

  4. Cook the Tofu and Vegetables: In a large pan, heat a little olive oil over medium heat. Add the tofu and cook mostly golden. Add the chopped scallion whites and add the shredded carrots, cook for an additional 2 minutes.

  5. Combine and Cook: Add the cooked noodles to the pan. Pour the sauce over the noodles and stir well. Cook until the sauce is mostly absorbed. Stir in cilantro to taste.

  6. Final Assembly: Top with crushed salted peanuts, additional cilantro, and serve with a lime wedge.

Instructions:

    • I used Simple Truth Tofu and Brown Rice Noodles for this recipe. White Rice Pad Thai Noodles works as well.

    • Cabbage is also a great addition to this recipe! I recommend adding it in at the same time as the carrots.

  • 1 Serving

    Calories: 395.2

    Carbohydrates: 73.88g

    Protein: 13.64g

    Fat: 8g

    Sugars: 28.2g

    Fiber: 3.2g

    (Note: Nutritional values are estimated and can vary based on specific ingredient brands and quantities used.)