Prawn Pad See Ew

Prawn Pad See Ew

Prawn pad see ew is a fast Thai noodle stir-fry with chewy rice noodles, juicy prawns, egg, and crisp greens in a savory soy sauce.

Why This Recipe Works

High heat gives the noodles a light char, while oyster sauce and dark soy build depth. Quick-cooked prawns stay juicy and tender.

Ingredients Overview

Rice noodles are the chewy base, prawns add sweetness, and greens balance the rich sauce. The simple soy-oyster mix keeps it fast and flavorful.

How to Make It

Soak the noodles, stir-fry prawns, cook the aromatics and greens, then toss everything together with the sauce. Finish with lime and chilli.

Tips and Storage

This is best eaten immediately. If you store leftovers, reheat quickly in a hot pan to keep the noodles springy.

What Makes Pad See Ew Feel Right

This dish depends on a small amount of char and a glossy soy-based coating more than on a heavily sauced finish. The noodles should stay chewy and lightly browned in spots, while the prawns and greens keep the bowl from feeling too dense.

Timing matters because the prawns and eggs cook much faster than the noodles. Adding them at the right point keeps the pan moving quickly without turning the dish into a scramble.

Serving Notes

Pad see ew is strongest straight from the pan when the noodles are still soft and the sauce has just coated everything. Lime and chili work well as finishing notes, but the base should already feel balanced before they go on.

If you use fresh noodles, loosening them gently before stir-frying usually gives a cleaner final texture.