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Pad Pak

Quick & Easy Pad Pak: Your New Favorite Vegan Stir-Fry

Discover the vibrant flavors of Pad Pak, a quick vegan stir-fry that’s healthy and customizable.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Coconut aminos can be used for gluten-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Agave syrup is a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar White vinegar is an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetarian Oyster Sauce Optional.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Fresh ginger adds more flavor.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Other bell pepper varieties work too.
  • 1 medium Carrot (julienned) Julienned for faster cooking.
  • 1 cup Broccoli Green beans can substitute.
  • 1 cup Snow Peas Sugar snap peas can substitute.
  • 1 cup Baby Corn Zucchini can be used instead.
  • 1 cup Mushrooms (sliced) Shiitake or button mushrooms are options.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Olive oil can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes Use fresh chili peppers for varying spice.

Equipment

  • Wok
  • mixing bowl
  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Pad Pak
  1. Prepare the Sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and oyster sauce until smooth.
  2. Heat the Oil: Heat sesame oil in a wok, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Stir-Fry Vegetables: Add bell pepper, carrots, broccoli, snow peas, baby corn, and mushrooms. Stir-fry for 7-8 minutes.
  4. Add Sauce: Pour sauce over vegetables, stir gently and simmer for 4-5 minutes.
  5. Taste and Adjust: Check flavors, add more vinegar or soy sauce if desired.
  6. Serve: Serve over jasmine rice or rice noodles, garnish with herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use pre-cut vegetables for convenience and feel free to make it gluten-free with the right sauces.

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