1 / 2
East Asian
Pad Thai
Thailand
A stir-fried rice noodle dish commonly served as a street food and at most restaurants in Thailand.
Cultural Significance
One of Thailand's national dishes, it was popularized in the 1940s as part of a campaign to promote Thai nationalism.
Key Ingredients
Rice noodlesShrimp or chickenTofuBean sproutsPeanutsTamarind paste
Preparation Method
Stir-frying all the ingredients in a wok with a sweet and savory sauce, then garnishing with peanuts and lime.