Linda’s Pad Thai

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Put the tamari sauce, sugar and tamarind mixture or lime juice in a small saucepan and place over medium heat.

Step 2

Warm through until the sugar dissolves completely, then remove from heat.

Step 3

Soak the noodles in hot water for 5-7 minutes until tender, but not completely soft.

Step 4

Put 2 tbsp of vegetable oil into a large frying pan and place over high heat.

Step 5

Add the broccoli, garlic, bean sprouts and most of the chili and scallions- set some aside for later.

Step 6

Stir- fry for 2 minutes until garlic is aromatic, taking care not to let it burn.

Step 7

Drain the noodles and add them to the pan with the chopped cashew nuts, tossing them with vegetables and separating any noodles that are sticking together.

Step 8

Add the soy sauce mixture and cook for another 3-5 minutes, tossing occasionally, until the noodles have soaked up most of the liquid and are tender.

Step 9

Taste and, if necessary, adjust the seasoning with more tamarind or tamari.

Step 10

Plate the noodles with the remaining scallions and chili scattered over the top and garnish with coriander leaves.

Step 11

Serve immediately with like wedges on the side.