Pad Thai

Ingredients

• 6 oz oz Rice noodles (flat, 1/4 inch)
• 3 tbsp tbsp Tamarind paste
• 2 tbsp tbsp Fish sauce
• 2 tbsp tbsp Brown sugar
• 2 Eggs
• 1 cup cup Bean sprouts
• 3 Green onions
• 3 cloves cloves Garlic
• 1/4 cup cup Roasted peanuts
• 2 tbsp tbsp Vegetable oil
• 2 Lime wedges(optional)
• 1/2 tsp tsp Red pepper flakes(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak rice noodles in hot water for 15 minutes until pliable but firm, then drain and rinse with cold water.

2. 2

   Whisk together tamarind paste, fish sauce, and brown sugar to make the sauce.

3. 3

   Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.

4. 4

   Push garlic to one side, add remaining oil, and scramble the eggs until just set, about 1 minute.

5. 5

   Add drained noodles and sauce, tossing constantly for 2-3 minutes until noodles are tender and coated.

6. 6

   Stir in bean sprouts and green onions, cooking 1 minute more.

7. 7

   Serve topped with crushed peanuts, lime wedges, and red pepper flakes if desired.