Pad Thai

This Healthy Thai Breakfast Pad Thai is a vibrant and nutritious twist on the classic dish, featuring rice noodles, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful sauce. It's packed with protein and fiber, making it a perfect start to your day.

Ingredients

• Rice noodles - 100 grams
• Eggs - 2 large
• Firm tofu - 100 grams, cubed
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Peanut butter - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fish sauce (optional) - 1 teaspoon
• Chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish
• Peanuts - 2 tablespoons, crushed
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Soak the rice noodles in warm water for about 15 minutes or until softened, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet or wok, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the cubed tofu to the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, crack the eggs and scramble until fully cooked. Remove and set aside with the tofu.
5. Add the julienned carrot and sliced bell pepper to the skillet, and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.
6. Add the soaked noodles, tofu, and scrambled eggs back into the skillet. Pour in the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, fish sauce (if using), and chili flakes. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions, fresh cilantro, and crushed peanuts.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 210 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

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

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