Pad See Ew
Equipment
- Wok or Skillet
Ingredients
Noodles & Protein
- 200 g dried rice noodles, see note 1
- 4 oz beef, sliced into strips, see note 2
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg
Vegetables
- 4 pieces Chinese broccoli, see note 3
Sauce
- 1.5 tablespoons dark soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 1.5 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 teaspoons rice wine vinegar
- 3 tablespoons sugar
Instructions
- Soak the rice noodles in warm water for 40 minutes, then drain.
- Separate the Chinese broccoli leaves from the stems and cut the stems into ½-inch pieces.
- Mince the garlic and slice the beef into thin strips.
- In a bowl, mix dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice wine vinegar, and sugar to make the sauce.
- Heat oil in a pan and cook the beef and garlic for 30 seconds. Add the broccoli stems, cook for another 30 seconds, then add the broccoli leaves.
- Push everything to one side, scramble the egg, then mix it into the stir-fry before removing everything from the pan.
- Add more oil to the pan and cook the noodles on high heat for 30 seconds to caramelize. Pour in the sauce, mix, then return the cooked ingredients to the pan and combine thoroughly.
- Serve
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Why I Think My Pad See Ew is Better Than Takeout
My Pad See Ew has everything you want in a noodle dish: chewy texture, deep umami flavor, and that signature caramelized sauce that clings to every bite. Stir-fried at high heat, the noodles take on smoky wok hei flavor, balanced by the sweetness of the sauce and the crisp-tender bite of Chinese broccoli. It’s a dish I crave often, simple, satisfying, and deeply flavorful.
Ingredients for Pad See Ew
You only need a few ingredients to recreate this Thai street food favorite. The combination of dark and light soy sauce creates a layered salty-sweet flavor, and the oyster sauce adds richness. Chinese broccoli is the traditional veggie here, but you can substitute broccolini or kale if needed.
• 200 g dried rice noodles
• 4 oz beef, sliced into strips
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 egg
• 4 pieces Chinese broccoli
Sauce:
• 1.5 tablespoons dark soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
• 1.5 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 2 teaspoons rice wine vinegar
• 3 tablespoons sugar
How to Make Pad See Ew
Step-by-Step Instructions
Start by soaking the rice noodles in warm water for 40 minutes until pliable. Prep the Chinese broccoli by separating the leaves and slicing the stems. Mince garlic and slice beef.
Mix the sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside. In a hot pan, stir-fry beef and garlic for 30 seconds, then add the broccoli stems and leaves. Push everything to one side of the pan, scramble the egg, and mix into the stir-fry before removing everything from the pan.
In the same pan, add oil and stir-fry the noodles over high heat to caramelize. Add the sauce and toss to coat. Return the cooked ingredients, stir everything together, and serve hot.
Tips and Variations
Use fresh wide rice noodles if you can find them, they skip the soaking step and offer the perfect chewy texture. If using dried noodles, don’t rush the soak or they’ll break apart when stir-fried. To switch things up, try using chicken, shrimp, or even tofu as your protein. You can also make this dish fully vegetarian by subbing in vegan oyster sauce and omitting the egg.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use fresh rice noodles instead of dried?
Yes, fresh rice noodles work great and don’t need soaking. Just be careful not to overcook them, as they can fall apart when stir-fried.
What’s the best substitute for Chinese broccoli?
Broccolini, baby bok choy, or kale are all solid alternatives if Chinese broccoli isn’t available. Just adjust cooking time slightly for each.
How do I keep the noodles from sticking together?
Make sure the noodles are soaked properly and well-drained. Stir-frying in batches and adding oil helps prevent clumping.
Can this be made vegetarian or vegan?
Absolutely! Swap the beef for tofu, omit the egg, and use vegan oyster sauce. You’ll still get all that sweet, savory flavor.
What does Pad See Ew mean?
“Pad” means stir-fry and “See Ew” means soy sauce, so it literally translates to “soy sauce stir-fry.”
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