Pad Thai

4 steps · 43 min total

1. 01

   Soak the Noodles

   Put the rice noodles in a large heatproof bowl, then pour boiling water over them. Let them sit for 4 minutes, until they're pliable but still have a slight chew. Drain them well and refresh under cold running water to stop the cooking.
2. 02

   Make the Sauce and Prep

   In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, cayenne pepper, muscovado sugar, and fish sauce until the sugar dissolves. This is your sauce. Before you start cooking, make sure all your remaining ingredients are prepped and lined up by the cooker – stir-fries move fast.
3. 03

   Stir-Fry the Pad Thai

   Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large pan over high heat. Add the tiger prawns and fry until they're warmed through and just turning pink.

   Toss in the spring onions and soaked noodles, then pour in the lime juice mixture. Stir in the bean sprouts and half of the peanuts and coriander. Cook for just 1 minute, stirring constantly, until everything is heated through and coated in the sauce.

4. 04

   Serve

   Pile the Pad Thai into a large serving dish. Scatter the remaining peanuts and coriander over the top. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side and a generous drizzle of sweet chilli sauce.