Pad Cha

Pad Cha is a vibrant and aromatic Thai stir-fry that highlights the bold flavors of fresh herbs and spices, featuring a medley of vegetables and your choice of protein. This dairy-free dish is perfect for a quick lunch, delivering a satisfying and healthy meal in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

• Thai basil - 30 grams
• Green bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
• Tofu - 200 grams, cubed
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Shallots - 2, thinly sliced
• Red chili - 1, sliced (adjust for spice level)
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Oyster sauce (vegan) - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and sliced shallots, stir-frying until fragrant (about 1 minute).
3. Add the cubed tofu to the pan and cook until golden brown on all sides, approximately 5-7 minutes.
4. Incorporate the sliced green and red bell peppers, julienned carrot, and zucchini into the pan. Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Add the sliced red chili, soy sauce, oyster sauce, lime juice, black pepper, and salt. Toss everything together to coat evenly and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and fold in the Thai basil until just wilted.
7. Serve hot, optionally with jasmine rice or quinoa.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• High in protein from tofu, supporting muscle health.

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