Green peas puree
Green peas puree is a puree of sauce made from green peas , vegetable stock, flavorings and used widely as accompaniment or playing sauces.
Agar agar or xanthum gum is used to thicken the puree or sauce to its perfect consistency and also holds the puree in that consistency for a longer period of time. Butter adds the shininess to the sauce and stock adds the flavor.
What is green peas puree or sauce used for?
It is widely used as a sauce component for many seafood dishes and also used as plating sauce with combination with other sauces
Green peas puree or sauce is basically mildly sweet and more balanced nature sauce which goes well with acidity of the seafoods.
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Chicken Pad thai | Thai stir fried Noodles
Chicken Pad Thai is a delectable and iconic Thai stir-fried noodle dish known for its harmonious fusion of flavors and textures. It features tender strips of chicken, rice noodles, and a medley of fresh ingredients. The magic of Chicken Pad Thai lies in its sweet, savory, and tangy sauce, typically crafted from tamarind, fish sauce, and palm sugar. It’s often garnished with an array of crushed peanuts, bean sprouts, and a squeeze of lime, providing a delightful crunch and a burst of freshness.
This dish strikes a perfect balance between the umami-rich chicken, the tender and slightly chewy rice noodles, and the delightful complexity of the sauce. Chicken Pad Thai is a beloved Thai classic that can be customized to suit individual preferences and is widely enjoyed both in Thailand and around the world.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Prepare the sauce
Prepare the sauce by mixing the tamarind paste, brown sugar, soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce and mix well and keep aside.
Check the sweet and sour balance and adjust accordingly if its too sweet add more tamarind water or if its too sour add more brown sugar.
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Blanch the noodles
Bring a large pot of water to boil and dunk in rice noodles. Stir to separate. Only cook until they are limp but still firm and slightly crunchy around 5-8 minutes (they will finish cooking later in the pan).Â
Drain the noodles and rinse well with cold water to prevent sticking. Set aside.
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Cook the Pad thai
In a wok or pan, add sesame oil, minced garlic, chopped onions and saute for 2 minutes.Â
Add the minced red chilies and chicken strips and stir fry them till 3 minutes.
Add the prepared sauce and cook in slow flame for 10 minutes until the sauce gets thickened and chicken is cooked.
Add the blanched rice noodles and stir it nicely and toss it.
Finally add the bean sprouts and toss it and switch off the flame.
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Plate the Pad thai
Add the cooked pad thai in a bowl or plate and garnish by adding roasted peanuts, lemon wedges on the side and chives on top.
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 495kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 16.9g26%
- Saturated Fat 2.6g13%
- Cholesterol 29mg10%
- Sodium 1400mg59%
- Potassium 491mg15%
- Total Carbohydrate 71.2g24%
- Dietary Fiber 5.7g23%
- Sugars 22g
- Protein 17.1g35%
- Calcium 52 mg
- Iron 2 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
You can marinate chicken in soy sauce before cooking which adds more flavor.
You can add egg if you like it and the main important think is the sauce.
It is basically known as nam phrik sauce and it should be more darker side and balanced between sweet and sour.
How to make green peas puree ?
How to make green peas puree or sauce ?
Description
Green peas puree is a puree of sauce made from green peas , vegetable stock, flavorings and used widely as accompaniment or playing sauces.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Boil the green peas till it gets cooked completely for around 10 minutes.
- In a pan add butter, once heated add boiled green peas, salt, and vegetable stock.
- Toss for around 1 minute and cool it down completely.
- Grind in the mixer or food processor or blender into a fine puree and add agar agar while grinding.
- Fine sieve the puree using strainer without any lumps and store in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Agar agar or xanthum gum is used to thicken the puree or sauce to its perfect consistency and also holds the puree in that consistency for a longer period of time.
- Butter adds the shininess to the sauce and stock adds the flavor.
- It can be stored up to 2 weeks in refrigerator.
Recipe nutrition
Serving Size 20g
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 26
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1.4g3%
- Saturated Fat 0.9g5%
- Cholesterol 4mg2%
- Sodium 336mg15%
- Potassium 43mg2%
- Total Carbohydrate 2.6g1%
- Dietary Fiber 1.1g5%
- Sugars 1g
- Protein 0.9g2%
- Calcium 1 mg
- Iron 2 mg
- Vitamin D 5 IU
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Storage
It can be stored in a well dried container and closed properly , stored in a refrigerator and thawed and used for up to 2 weeks.
