Description
Broiled Thai Pad Thai is a colorful and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Thailand right to your kitchen. This delightful recipe features flat rice noodles tossed with vibrant vegetables and your choice of protein, all enveloped in a tangy tamarind sauce. Quick to prepare and perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this Broiled Thai Pad Thai will have everyone at the table asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz flat rice noodles
- 1 cup boneless chicken breast or firm tofu, cubed
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp tamarind paste
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and toss with a splash of oil.
- Marinate chicken or tofu in a bowl with soy sauce, tamarind paste, and brown sugar for about 15 minutes.
- Preheat the broiler to high (500°F).
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté bell peppers and carrots in oil until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Add the marinated protein to the skillet and cook until browned. Stir in the cooked noodles; toss well.
- Transfer everything to a baking dish and broil for 3–5 minutes until bubbly and slightly crispy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Customize your dish by swapping chicken or tofu for shrimp or adding extra veggies like snap peas or bean sprouts for added texture. For spice lovers, drizzle sriracha on top before serving.