Pad Thai Sauce
Elevate your homemade Pad Thai with this irresistible Pad Thai Sauce recipe, a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors! Made with tamarind paste for a signature tangy kick, fish sauce, soy sauce, and brown sugar for a rich depth of flavor, and a hint of chili powder for subtle heat, this authentic sauce brings restaurant-style flair to your kitchen in just 10 minutes. The addition of rice vinegar and a splash of water creates a well-rounded, versatile sauce that complements noodles, stir-fries, and more. Ideal for up to four servings, this easy recipe is a game-changer for perfecting your Pad Thai or other Thai-inspired dishes. Plus, it can be stored for up to two weeks, making it a convenient go-to for quick and flavorful meal prep.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Tamarind paste
- 3 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of tamarind paste with 3 tablespoons of fish sauce.
Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and 3 tablespoons of brown sugar to the mixture.
Pour in 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar and 2 tablespoons of water, and stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of chili powder into the sauce and mix well until all ingredients are fully combined.
Transfer the sauce to a small saucepan over medium heat.
Heat the mixture while stirring continuously until it just begins to simmer, about 3 to 5 minutes. Do not bring it to a full boil.
Once heated through, remove the sauce from the heat and allow it to cool.
Use immediately in Pad Thai dishes, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
212 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4407 mg | 192% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.1 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.0 g | ||
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 436 mg | 9% | |
*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.
