Gluten-Free Pad Thai Sauce
Elevate your homemade Pad Thai with this Gluten-Free Pad Thai Sauce that delivers authentic Thai flavors without compromising dietary needs. Crafted with tamarind paste for its signature tang, fish sauce for umami depth, and gluten-free soy sauce (tamari) for a safe and savory twist, this sauce is perfectly balanced with the sweetness of palm sugar, the brightness of lime juice, and a kick of red chili flakes. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's ideal for busy weeknights and meal prep, with the versatility to complement noodles, stir-fries, or grilled proteins. Whether you're following a gluten-free diet or just love vibrant, bold flavors, this homemade sauce is your go-to for creating restaurant-quality Pad Thai in your own kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons tamarind paste
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon gluten-free soy sauce (tamari)
- 2 tablespoons palm sugar
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
Instructions
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the tamarind paste, fish sauce, gluten-free soy sauce, and palm sugar.
Stir the mixture continuously until the palm sugar dissolves completely.
Reduce the heat to low and add lime juice and rice vinegar.
Continue stirring the sauce to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
Add the red chili flakes, adjusting the quantity to your desired level of spiciness.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool slightly before using.
The sauce can be used immediately for Pad Thai or stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
243 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3476 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.9 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.3 g | ||
| Protein | 4.0 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 854 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
