Pad Thai with Tofu

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Health score
20%
Pad Thai with Tofu
45 min.
5
367kcal

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Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure that brings the vibrant flavors of Thailand right to your kitchen? This Pad Thai with Tofu is not only a feast for the senses but also a wholesome choice for those seeking a vegetarian, vegan, and dairy-free meal. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a delightful dish that serves five, making it perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner with friends.

Imagine the satisfying crunch of dry-roasted peanuts, the freshness of bean sprouts, and the aromatic notes of garlic and cilantro all coming together in a harmonious blend. The extra-firm tofu adds a hearty texture, soaking up the delicious sauce made from low-sodium soy sauce, light coconut milk, and a hint of sweetness from maple syrup. With each bite, you’ll experience a delightful balance of flavors that will leave you craving more.

This Pad Thai is not just a meal; it’s an experience that invites you to savor every moment. Serve it as an antipasti, starter, or even as a snack, and watch as your guests are captivated by its colorful presentation and mouthwatering taste. So grab your frying pan and whisk, and let’s create a dish that’s sure to impress!

Ingredients

  • cup carrots grated
  • 0.3 cup roasted peanuts 
  • ounces tofu drained cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • cup bean sprouts fresh
  • cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  • cup spring onion sliced (1-inch)
  • tablespoons hot sauce 
  • cup lite coconut milk light
  •  lime wedges 
  • 0.3 cup soy sauce low-sodium
  • tablespoon maple syrup 
  • tablespoon rice wine sweet ( rice wine)
  • ounces vermicelli uncooked cooked drained (Banh Pho)
  • tablespoons rice vinegar 
  • cups the of 1 cos lettuce shredded
  • ounces mushroom caps thinly sliced
  • teaspoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. To prepare sauce, combine first 5 ingredients, stirring with a whisk.
  2. To prepare noodles, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add mushrooms, carrot, and garlic; saut 2 minutes.
  4. Add sauce and tofu; cook 1 minute. Stir in coconut milk; cook 2 minutes. Stir in lettuce and next 5 ingredients (lettuce through noodles); cook 1 minute.
  5. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories367kcal
Protein12.87%
Fat26.96%
Carbs60.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
72.87
Glycemic Load
24.58
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
19.794347970382%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
7.74mg
Naringenin
0.61mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.41mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
4.41mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:367.38kcal
18.37%
Fat:11.02g
16.96%
Saturated Fat:3.88g
24.22%
Carbohydrates:55.34g
18.45%
Net Carbohydrates:49.97g
18.17%
Sugar:6.41g
7.12%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:716.21mg
31.14%
Alcohol:0.48g
100%
Alcohol %:0.2%
100%
Protein:11.84g
23.68%
Vitamin A:6347.19IU
126.94%
Vitamin K:82.67µg
78.73%
Manganese:0.83mg
41.66%
Fiber:5.37g
21.49%
Folate:82.44µg
20.61%
Vitamin C:17mg
20.61%
Phosphorus:199.63mg
19.96%
Vitamin B3:3.45mg
17.28%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.1%
Selenium:9.86µg
14.09%
Potassium:485.81mg
13.88%
Magnesium:53.61mg
13.4%
Iron:2.31mg
12.85%
Calcium:125.02mg
12.5%
Copper:0.24mg
11.98%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
11.95%
Vitamin B5:0.88mg
8.79%
Zinc:1.27mg
8.44%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.37%
Vitamin E:0.57mg
3.82%
Source:My Recipes