Stir-Fried Pad See Ew with Chinese Broccoli and Egg
A comforting stir-fry of wide rice noodles tossed with Chinese broccoli, egg, and soy sauce for a savory-sweet umami flavor. This thai-inspired thai ready in about 20 minutes pairs soaked or fresh wide rice noodles, large egg, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 8 oz, soaked or fresh wide rice noodles
- 2 cups, chopped into 2-inch pieces Chinese broccoli (gai lan)
- 2 large egg
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 3 cloves minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 2 cups chopped Chinese broccoli and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the stems are tender-crisp and bright green.
- Step 3: Push the vegetables to one side of the wok and crack in 2 large eggs. Scramble the eggs gently until just set, then mix with the broccoli.
- Step 4: Add 8 oz wide rice noodles along with 2 tbsp dark soy sauce, 1 tbsp light soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, and 1/4 tsp white pepper. Toss everything together and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until noodles are heated through and coated evenly with sauce.
- Step 5: Serve immediately garnished with extra white pepper or chili flakes if desired.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Pad See Ew with Chinese Broccoli and Egg take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Stir-Fried Pad See Ew with Chinese Broccoli and Egg?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep large egg from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Pad See Ew with Chinese Broccoli and Egg?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Stir-Fried Pad See Ew with Chinese Broccoli and Egg for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Stir-Fried Pad See Ew with Chinese Broccoli and Egg?
Thai thai like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Cooked this for my kids and they loved the noodles. So simple and delicious!
- ★★★★★
Loved this dish! My family devoured it. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- ★★★★☆
The noodles were great, but the sauce was a bit bland. I added extra soy sauce next time.