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Pad Kra Pao

Pad Kra Pao — a classic thai dish made simple at home.

25 min3 serveseasy

Pad Kra Pao — a classic thai dish made simple at home. This Thai main is sized for 3 and comes together in about 25 minutes — full ingredient list, step-by-step method and per-serving nutrition are below.

Nutrition · per serving

446

kcal

31g

Protein

48g

Carbs

25g

Fat

main

Ingredients

  • rice noodle250 g
  • chili1 tsp
  • lime200 g
  • tofu1 cup
  • spring onion1 large
  • garlic2 tbsp
  • kaffir lime200 g
  • saltstaple
  • pepperstaple

Method

  1. 1

    Prep all ingredients for pad kra pao and measure them out.

  2. 2

    Heat oil in a pan and sauté aromatics until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add main ingredients and cook until just done.

  4. 4

    Season with salt, pepper and finish with fresh herbs.

  5. 5

    Plate and serve hot.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Pad Kra Pao take to cook?
Total time is about 25 minutes for 3 servings.
Is Pad Kra Pao vegetarian?
Yes — this version is vegetarian.
What are the main ingredients?
The headline ingredients are rice noodle, chili, lime.