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Pad Mama

Name: Pad Mama
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients: 2 packets instant noodles (Mama brand preferred); 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 egg; 1 cup mixed vegetables (cabbage, carrots, green onions); 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp oyster sauce; 1 tsp sugar; 1/2 tsp white pepper; 1 seasoning packet from instant noodles; Fresh Thai chilies, to taste (optional); Fresh cilantro for garnish

Crispy instant noodles tossed with garlic, egg, and fresh vegetables create a surprisingly satisfying stir-fry that's worlds apart from the package directions. The soy and oyster sauce add savory depth, while the noodles stay wonderfully chewy and textured. Quick enough for a weeknight dinner, yet impressive enough to serve guests who appreciate clever comfort food.

Prep

10 minutes

Cook

10 minutes

Total

20 minutes

Serves

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Instructions

1
Cook instant noodles in boiling water for 1-2 minutes until slightly undercooked. Drain and set aside, reserving the seasoning packet.
2
Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
3
Add minced garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4
Push garlic to the side and crack the egg into the wok. Scramble until just set.
5
Add mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.
6
Add the cooked noodles to the wok.
7
Season with soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, white pepper, and half of the seasoning packet.
8
Toss everything together over high heat for 1-2 minutes until well combined and heated through.
9
Adjust seasoning to taste and add Thai chilies if desired.
10
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.