Pad See Ew
Dive into the delicious world of Pad See Ew, a beloved Thai classic that brings together tender chicken, chewy rice noodles, and vibrant Chinese broccoli in a mouthwatering stir-fry. Coated in a rich, savory sauce, this dish is all about that perfect balance of flavors and textures. Get ready to savor every bite of this comforting, easy-to-make noodle delight!
Prep
15
min
Cook
15
min
Serves
4
people
Level
intermediate
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
450
Protein
28g
Carbs
42g
Fat
15g
📝 Ingredients
Shopping List
- •0.5 lbs chicken thigh (sliced)
- •2 to 3 Chinese broccoli (sliced)
- •2 eggs
- •1 lb fresh rice noodles
- •4 cloves garlic (minced)
- •1 tsp oyster sauce
Pantry Items
Amounts also listed in instructions below
- •Cornstarch
- •Dark soy sauce
- •Light soy sauce
- •Neutral oil
- •Palm sugar
- •White pepper
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Cut chicken thigh into bite-sized pieces and marinate with light soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and 1 tsp of oil.
- 2
Combine the sauce ingredients: light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, palm sugar, and white pepper.
- 3
Mince garlic and prep Chinese broccoli by separating the stem from the leafy portion and slicing each into bite-sized pieces.
- 4
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a hot wok until smoking and sauté chicken for 4-5 minutes until seared and about 80 percent cooked through.
- 5
Remove the chicken and add 1 tbsp oil to the wok. Sauté garlic with sliced broccoli stem for 1-2 minutes before adding the leafy portion.
- 6
Once the leafy portion is wilted, move the contents to the side of the wok, add 1 tbsp of oil, and fry 2 eggs. Mix to scramble and set aside.
- 7
Add 2 tbsp oil to the hot wok and combine rice noodles with the sauce. Once combined, incorporate the chicken and broccoli stir fry and gently stir for 1-2 minutes.
- 8
Enjoy with sliced Thai chillies and vinegar.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Prep all ingredients before starting to cook to streamline the process.
- ✓Use a high-smoking point oil, like peanut or canola, for better stir-frying results.
- ✓If fresh rice noodles are not available, use dried rice noodles soaked in hot water until soft.
- ✓For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken for at least 30 minutes or overnight.