Pad woon sen is stir-fried glass noodles, a quick and economical dish from urban Thai cuisine. The mung bean noodles absorb flavors from the wok while maintaining an elastic texture. It is a light alternative to rice noodles in classic stir-fries.
Thai
Pad Woon Sen
Thai pad woon sen: glass noodles stir-fried with shrimp and vegetables.
- thailand
- Main course
- Light
- High protein
- Low fat
- easy
15 min
Tiempo de Preparación
4
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 325 kcal
- Protein 22 g
- Fiber 2 g
- Carbohydrates 38 g
- Fat 10 g
- Sodium 860 mg
Story behind the dish
Preparation
Pad woon sen is a Thai preparation with easy difficulty. Reserve about 25 minutes in total (15 for mise en place and preparation, 10 for cooking). Follow the 6 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 300 g glass noodles (woon sen).
- Have ready: 300 g of peeled shrimp.
- Have ready: 2 eggs.
- Have ready: 3 cloves of minced garlic.
- Have ready: 1 julienne carrot.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Soak glass noodles in warm water 8 minutes; drain and cut
Soak glass noodles in warm water 8 minutes; drain and cut.
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Heat wok over high heat; sauté garlic 30 seconds in oil
Heat wok over high heat; sauté garlic for 30 seconds in oil. Work in batches if skillet is full; too much load generates steam and cooks instead of sautéing.
Work in batches if skillet is full; too much load generates steam and cooks instead of sautéing
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Add shrimp and cook 2 minutes; push and add scrambled eggs
Add shrimp and cook 2 minutes; push and add scrambled eggs.
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Add carrot
Add carrot, cabbage and noodles; sauté 3 minutes. Work in batches if skillet is full; too much load generates steam and cooks instead of sautéing.
Work in batches if skillet is full; too much load generates steam and cooks instead of sautéing
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Season with fish sauce
Season with fish sauce, soy and sugar; mix well.
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Serve with chives
Serve with chives, cilantro and lime wedges.
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Version with firm tofu for vegetarian variant.
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