Friday, March 29, 2019

The Most Amazing Vegan Pad Thai

This vegan pad Thai recipe is healthy and easy to make! You'll love this noodle dish with tofu, peanuts and the most delicious pad Thai sauce!


You’ll Need:


  • 1/2 pack rice noodles (approx 7 oz)
  • 1/2 block of tofu, cut into small cubes
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup-1/2 cup water
  • 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
  • 1 large handful garlic chives (can sub regular chives)
  • 2 tbsp soy suace
  • 1 tbsp coconut sugar (can sub agave, maple syrup)
  • juice of 1/2 lime
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • 1 green onion, chopped
  • crushed peanuts, lime & cilantro for serving


Instructions:


  1. Boil the rice noodles in a pot of water until tender, but not too soft (they should still be slightly undercooked. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a non-stick pan on medium high heat then add the tofu and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Push the tofu to the side of the pan, turn the heat to medium and add the garlic noodles, garlic chives, soy sauce, coconut sugar and lime juice to the pan.
  4. Slowly add some water to the pan, 1-2 tbsp at a time to prevent the noodles from sticking and allowing to cook fully through.
  5. Turn the heat to low and add the bean sprouts and green onion and mix together.
  6. Top with crushed peanuts, cilantro and a lime wedge to serve.


NOTES:

  • Pad Thai is best enjoyed immediately after cooking!