This vegan pad thai is a delicious, fragrant and healthy dish that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. It is packed full of flavour and texture, and is sure to please even the most die-hard of carnivores!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 red pepper, julienned
- 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup firm tofu, cubed
- 1/4 cup peanuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tablespoon tamari
- 1 tablespoon agave nectar
- 1 tablespoon chili paste
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 8 ounces rice noodles
Method
- In a large pot or wok, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the onion, garlic, carrot, red pepper and mushrooms, and stir-fry for 5 minutes.
- Add the tofu and peanuts, and continue to stir-fry for another 3 minutes.
- Stir in the cilantro, lime juice, tamari, agave nectar, chili paste, rice vinegar and ginger, and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the rice noodles and cook for 3 minutes, or until tender.
- Serve with additional cilantro and lime wedges, if desired.
Potential changes & improvements
There are endless possibilities when it comes to vegan pad thai. Feel free to mix and match vegetables, proteins and herbs to suit your taste. Some other great additions include:
- Bok choy
- Snow peas
- Green onions
- Thai basil
- Mint
What other food it works well with
Vegan pad thai pairs well with a variety of other dishes. Try serving it with:
- Fresh spring rolls
- Vegetable dumplings
- Cucumber salad
Common Mistakes
When making vegan pad thai, it is important to avoid these common mistakes:
- Not stirring the noodles enough – be sure to stir them frequently to prevent them from sticking together or clumping.
- Overcooking the noodles – they should be tender, but still have a bit of bite to them.
- Forgetting to adjust the heat – if your noodles are sticking to the pan or seem to be drying out, turn down the heat.
Nutritional Information
This vegan pad thai recipe is:
- Low in fat
- High in fiber
- A good source of protein
- Gluten-free
Allergens
This recipe contains the following allergens:
- Soy
- Peanuts