Perfect Pad See Ew with Prawns
Pad See Ew with Prawns is a beloved Thai stir-fried noodle dish known for its wide rice noodles, tender prawns, Chinese broccoli, and a savory, slightly sweet sauce. The distinct char from high-heat cooking adds an irresistible smoky flavor and texture.
Ingredients
- 300 g fresh wide rice noodles
- 250 g prawns peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil plus more for cooking
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 egg large beaten
- 100 g Chinese broccoli cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 0.5 tsp white vinegar optional
Instructions
- Prepare your sauce by mixing dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and white vinegar (if using) in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until smoking. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for 15-20 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the peeled and deveined prawns to the wok and stir-fry until they just turn pink, about 1-2 minutes. Remove prawns from the wok and set aside.
- Push any remaining ingredients to one side of the wok. Pour the beaten egg into the empty space and scramble until just set. Break it up into smaller pieces.
- Add the fresh wide rice noodles to the wok. Pour the prepared sauce over the noodles. Stir-fry vigorously for 2-3 minutes, using your spatula to press the noodles against the hot surface to create charred spots.
- Return the prawns to the wok. Add the Chinese broccoli pieces. Continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the broccoli is tender-crisp and everything is well combined and heated through.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious homemade Pad See Ew with Prawns.
Notes
For truly charred noodles, ensure your wok or pan is very hot and avoid overcrowding it. Cook the noodles in batches if necessary. Fresh, wide rice noodles are key for the best texture. Adjust spice levels with chili flakes if desired.