VEGETARIAN PAD THAI

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This is a non-spicy, vegetarian version of the traditional Thai cellophane noodle dish. Serve on its own for a quick meal, or with a variety of curries for a more elaborate occasion.

Provided by SUE

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Thai

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 (6.75 ounce) package thin rice noodles
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 ounces fried tofu, sliced into thin strips
1 clove garlic, minced
1 egg
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 pinch white sugar
2 tablespoons chopped peanuts
1 cup fresh bean sprouts
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 lime, cut into wedges

Steps:

Place noodles in a heatproof bowl and cover with boiling water. Allow to soak for 5 minutes, until pliable but not mushy. Drain water and set aside.
Heat oil in wok over medium heat. Add garlic, and fry until brown. Add noodles, and fry until heated through. Push to the side.
Break egg into the base of the wok, and mix gently. As it begins to set, break it up and mix it into the noodles. Mix in soy sauce and sugar. Stir in tofu, bean sprouts, peanuts, and cilantro. Remove from heat. Garnish with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.1 calories, Carbohydrate 46.8 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 335 mg, Sugar 2.6 g