Pad Pak

Pad Pak is a vibrant Thai breakfast dish featuring a medley of fresh vegetables stir-fried to perfection, making it a delightful and healthy low-carb option. This dish is quick to prepare, bursting with flavor, and perfect for starting your day right.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 200 grams, sliced
• Bell pepper (red or yellow) - 100 grams, sliced
• Mushrooms (shiitake or button) - 100 grams, sliced
• Broccoli florets - 100 grams
• Eggs - 4 large
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fish sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh basil leaves - 10 grams, chopped

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add zucchini, bell pepper, mushrooms, and broccoli to the skillet. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
4. In a bowl, whisk the eggs with fish sauce, soy sauce, and black pepper.
5. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet, then pour the egg mixture into the other side. Scramble the eggs until fully cooked, then mix with the vegetables.
6. Add chopped basil to the skillet and stir everything together. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
7. Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with additional basil if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 370 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

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

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