Thai Pad Thai Noodles

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb. dried rice noodles
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup firm tofu, cubed
• 1/4 cup peanuts, chopped
• 1/4 cup bean sprouts
• 1/4 cup scallions, chopped
• 1/4 cup tamarind paste
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons palm sugar
• 1 tablespoon chili paste
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

Directions

1. In a large pot of boiling water, cook the noodles for 8-10 minutes, or until tender.
2. Drain and rinse the noodles with cold water and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat.
4. Add the garlic and tofu and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add the peanuts, bean sprouts, and scallions and continue to cook for 2-3 minutes.
6. Add the tamarind paste, fish sauce, palm sugar, chili paste, and lime juice and stir to combine.
7. Add the cooked noodles and toss to combine.
8. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9. Serve hot, topped with cilantro.

Interesting Facts

• Pad Thai is a traditional Thai dish that is believed to have originated in the 1930s.
• Pad Thai is often served as a street food in Thailand.
• The name Pad Thai is derived from the words "pad" meaning "fried" and "Thai" meaning "Thai-style".