PHAD THAI WITH CHICKEN

PHAD THAI WITH CHICKEN image

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter
1 teaspoon Asian chili paste, such as sambal oelek
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1/2 cup julienned carrots
4 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast or thigh, sliced into strips
1/4 pound medium-wide rice noodles, soaked in warm water until softened and drained
1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
Chopped Romaine lettuce, for garnish
Mung bean sprouts, for garnish
Lime wedges, for garnish
Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
Chopped peanuts, for garnish

Steps:

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, water, peanut butter, and chili paste until smooth. Heat a large wok over medium-high heat, and add canola oil. When the oil is hot, add the garlic and ginger and let cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the chicken, and stir-fry until chicken is browned and cooked through, about 2 minutes. Add noodles and toss to coat. Add peanut/spice paste, brown sugar and cider vinegar and toss to distribute. Cook until heated through, about 2 minutes. Spread chopped romaine on a platter. Serve pad Thai on top of lettuce and garnish with carrots,mung bean sprouts, lime, cilantro and chopped peanuts.