Let’s make a popular Thai noodle recipe at home! Whenever I go to a Thai restaurant, I always order pad see ew it is so mouthwateringly delicious. I love the flavors and textures of the fresh flat rice noodles, tossed in a sweet, salty umami sauce, Chinese broccoli, and soft scrambled egg.

The best part about this Thai pad see ew recipe is that it is ready in under 20 minutes. This Thai stir-fried noodle recipe is an ideal quick lunch or dinner solution for those busy weekdays.

Ingredients

All the ingredients for this pad see ew recipe can be found at your local Asian grocery market. I have linked everything that I used in the recipe card below.

• Fresh wide flat rice noodles: I recommend using fresh wide rice noodles that are at room temperature, but you can use dried rice noodles as well.
• Beef: any thinly sliced beef cut will work such as flank steak, rib eye, or short rib.
• Oyster Sauce: adds a salty, deeply umami savory flavor.
• Thai Soy Sauce: or Golden Mountain soy sauce is a popular soy sauce brand used in Thai cuisine.
• Thai Black Soy Sauce: is a thicker, dark soy sauce with a syrup-like consistency that is sweet and savory and contributes to the signature dark brown coloring and sweet flavor.
• Fish Sauce: adds a salty umami finish.
• Sugar: adds a touch more sweetness to balance out the salty flavors.
• Garlic: the main aromatic flavor of the dish.
• Eggs: adds additional protein to the pad see ew.
• Chinese broccoli: or gai lan is the main vegetable of this stir fry.

 Substitutions and Additions

This Thai noodles recipe can be adjusted with any of the customizations of your liking. I’ve listed some suggestions for any substitutions or additions below.

Substitutions

• Dry Noodles: an alternative to fresh noodles.
• Protein: you can use any protein of your choice such as chicken, tofu, shrimp, or pork.
• Dark Soy Sauce: an alternative to Thai black soy sauce. However, dark soy sauce is slightly saltier so adjust the sugar amount as needed.

Additions

• Spice: chili oil, sambal oelek, or sriracha for an added kick of heat.
• Vegetables: broccoli, broccolini, carrots, mushrooms, cauliflower for added vegetable options.

How to Make Pad See Ew

Here are the step-by-step photo instructions on how to make this pad see ew recipe. See the recipe card below for full measurements and instructions.

1. In a large mixing bowl, add the sliced beef, Thai soy sauce, brown sugar, and vegetable oil. Mix thoroughly and set aside to marinate for at least 15 minutes.

2. If using fresh noodles, gently unravel the noodles with your fingers. If they are difficult to separate or slightly dry, soak the noodles in warm water to loosen them.

3. In a medium mixing bowl, mix the oyster sauce, Thai soy sauce, Thai black soy sauce, fish sauce brown sugar, and water. Mix until combined

4. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Then add the beef and cook for about 1-2 minutes on each side or until done, remove and set aside.

5. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat. When the wok is hot, add the garlic and saute for 30 seconds or until fragrant. Then add the Chinese broccoli stems and saute for about 1 minute. Then add the Chinese broccoli leaves and saute for 1 minute or until wilted.

6. Push everything to the side, add the whisked eggs, let it sit for 10 seconds, and then scramble. Then remove everything from the wok and set aside.

7. Toss the noodles and spread them evenly across the pan to char. Then add the sauce and toss until the noodles are evenly coated and caramelized. Lastly, add the beef, broccoli, and eggs and toss until combined.

Storage Instructions

Pad see ew is best served immediately for the best flavor and texture. You can store these Thai stir-fried noodles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheat: microwave covered with a wet paper towel, with a few drops of water sprinkled over the noodles until warm and softened.

Pairing Suggestions

Thai pad see ew can be served on its own or with the following suggestions for pairing suggestions.

• Appetizers such as Thai mango salad, Vietnamese egg rolls, Vietnamese spring rolls, crispy rice and goi ga (Vietnamese chicken salad).
• Sauces such as prik nam pla (Thai dipping sauce) and sambal oelek.
• Fried rice such as Thai basil fried rice, Thai fried rice, Thai pineapple fried rice.
• Desserts such as Thai mango sticky rice, cendol, or coconut pandan jelly.

FAQ

Is pad see ew gluten-free?

The noodles in pad see ew are gluten-free. However, if you want the entire recipe to be gluten-free, you will need to use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.

What is the difference between pad see ew and pad thai?

Pad see ew uses wide thin rice noodles and has a soy sauce base for the sauce. Pad see ew is stir-fried with Chinese broccoli and scrambled egg. On the other hand, Pad Thai is made with thinner rice noodles and has a tangy tamarind sauce. It is stir-fried with bean sprouts and scrambled eggs.

What is Thai Black Soy Sauce?

Thai black soy sauce is a dark soy sauce that is much sweeter than regular soy sauce and has a molasses-like texture. It adds a deep rich brown color and flavor to the pad see ew sauce.

Can I add more vegetables to pad see ew?

Yes! You can easily add more vegetables to pad see ew like carrots, baby corn, snap peas, or broccoli.

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