No Meat, Lotsa Heat Pad Thai Recipe

Name: No Meat, Lotsa Heat Pad Thai
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 anchovy fillets (well rinsed and drained); 1 clove crushed garlic; 1 tablespoon soya sauce; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 3 tablespoons sugar; ¼ cup fresh lime juice; 1 package extra firm silken tofu, cut into cubes; 12 ounces flat rice noodles (or fettucine noodles for a less authentic but good alternative); 1 tablespoon peanut oil or 1 tablespoon canola oil; 3 cloves crushed garlic; 6 green onions, sliced; 1 cup red pepper, strips; 2 cups bean sprouts; ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes; 3 -4 tablespoons chopped peanuts, divided; ½ cup fresh cilantro, minced; 1 red chili pepper, seeded and minced

Servings: persons

6 anchovy fillets (well rinsed and drained)
1 clove crushed garlic
1 tablespoon soya sauce
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons sugar
¼ cup fresh lime juice
1 package extra firm silken tofu, cut into cubes
12 ounces flat rice noodles (or fettucine noodles for a less authentic but good alternative)
1 tablespoon peanut oil or 1 tablespoon canola oil
3 cloves crushed garlic
6 green onions, sliced
1 cup red pepper, strips
2 cups bean sprouts
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 -4 tablespoons chopped peanuts, divided
½ cup fresh cilantro, minced
1 red chili pepper, seeded and minced

1
To make fish sauce: mash anchovies with one clove of garlic and soya sauce.
2
Combine fish sauce with worcestershire, sugar, and lime juice in a bowl.
3
Add tofu and marinate for one hour at room temperature or up to 8 hours in fridge.
4
Drain tofu, reserving marinade.
5
Cook noodles and set aside.
6
Heat oil in wok and add garlic, onions, and red pepper.
7
Saute for 2-3 minutes on med-high heat then add hot pepper, tofu and 1 tbsp peanuts.
8
Stir fry 2-3 minutes more and add sprouts and noodles.
9
Heat through.
10
Add cilantro, remaining peanuts, chili just before serving.
11
Enjoy!

922

kcal

Calories

Fat

109

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 anchovy fillets (well rinsed and drained), 1 clove crushed garlic, 1 tablespoon soya sauce, 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce, and more.

Yes, No Meat, Lotsa Heat Pad Thai falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

No Meat, Lotsa Heat Pad Thai

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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