Pad Pak Krapow

Pad Pak Krapow is a vibrant and aromatic Thai stir-fry dish featuring a delightful mix of vegetables and tofu, infused with the bold flavors of garlic and basil. This vegetarian rendition captures the essence of traditional Pad Krapow, making it a perfect midnight snack or quick meal.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 200 grams, diced
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Green beans - 100 grams, trimmed and cut into 2 cm pieces
• Mushrooms - 100 grams, sliced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Oyster sauce (vegetarian) - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Thai basil leaves - 1 cup, packed
• Chili flakes - 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
• Cooked jasmine rice - 2 cups (for serving)

Steps

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add the diced tofu and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Stir in the sliced red bell pepper and green beans, and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
6. Stir in the soy sauce, vegetarian oyster sauce, and sugar; mix well to combine all ingredients.
7. Add the Thai basil leaves and chili flakes, and stir until the basil is wilted and fragrant, about 1 minute.
8. Serve hot over cooked jasmine rice.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from tofu, supporting muscle health.
• Packed with vitamins and antioxidants from fresh vegetables and herbs.

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