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Instant Pot Pad Thai


  • Author: amanda-miller
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Quick and flavorful Instant Pot Pad Thai made with rice noodles, chicken or tofu, and vibrant vegetables.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz rice noodles
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 cup chicken or tofu, diced
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 cups vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, carrots, bean sprouts)
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup peanuts, crushed
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili paste (optional)

Instructions

  1. Soak the rice noodles in hot water for 20 minutes, then drain them well.
  2. Set the Instant Pot to ‘Sauté’ and heat the vegetable oil until shimmering.
  3. Add the diced chicken or tofu and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
  4. Push the mixture to the side of the pot and pour in the beaten eggs, scrambling them until fully cooked.
  5. Stir in the vegetables and minced garlic, mixing the ingredients well to combine.
  6. Add the drained noodles along with soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, and optional chili paste, stirring until well coated.
  7. Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to ‘Manual’ for 5 minutes.
  8. Once the cooking time has elapsed, carefully release the pressure.
  9. Open the lid and fold in the chopped green onions and crushed peanuts, serving warm with extra lime juice as a finishing touch.

Notes

Rinse rice noodles before soaking, and ensure vegetables are vibrant for best texture.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Instant Pot
  • Cuisine: Thai

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg