Pad See Ew (Thai Sweet Stir Fried Noodles)
This Pad See Ew delivers 41g protein and 714 calories per serving—a high-protein option that proves Asian stir-fries can compete with traditional meal-prep staples. Batch-preps 4 servings in minutes on the stovetop, giving you a protein-dense lunch that breaks the monotony of chicken-and-rice without sacrificing macro targets.
Ingredients
- •Rice Noodles, Dry(340g)
- •Vegetable oil(30g)
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(454g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Broccoli, Chinese (Gai Lan)(1200g)
- •Garlic(180g)
- •Egg, Whole, Large(100g)
- •(Optional: Fried Garlic, Lime Wedges, For Serving)
- •Soy Sauce, Dark, Sweet
- •Oyster sauce(15g)
- •Soy Sauce, Low Sodium(15g)
- •Vinegar, Rice(15g)
- •Sugar, Granulated White(15g)
- •Chili garlic sauce(10g)
Instructions
- 1Prepare noodles al dente according to package instructions. (Or if there are no instructions, I recommend placing the noodles in a large mixing bowl and pouring boiling water on top of them until they are submerged. Wait 3-5 minutes until they are soft and al dente, then drain the water and set the noodles aside until ready to use, breaking them up with your fingers so that they don’t stick together.)
- 2Meanwhile, heat 1 Tablespoon oil in a large saute pan or wok over high heat. Stir in the chicken and Chinese broccoli stems and garlic and cook for 4-6 minutes, flipping and stirring occasionally, until the chicken is just cooked through. (The chicken should be no longer be pink on the inside.) Transfer the mixture to a separate plate and set aside.
- 3Add 1 teaspoon of the remaining oil to the saute pan or wok. Add the eggs, and quickly scramble them, stirring occasionally, until they are cooked. (Alternately, you can also scramble the eggs beforehand and set aside until ready to use, or cook them simultaneously in another saute pan, if your current pan isn’t big enough.)
- 4Add in the remaining 2 teaspoons oil, the cooked noodles, chicken and broccoli stems, broccoli leaves, stir-fry sauce, and give the mixture a good toss until everything is combined. Continue cooking for 2-3 more minutes, tossing frequently. Taste, and season with salt and pepper if needed.
- 5Serve immediately, with optional garnishes if desired.
- 6Whisk all ingredients together until combined. If you’d like to add in some heat, add in 1-2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce to taste.
Nutrition — Per Serving
714
calories
41g
protein
16g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 102g
- Saturated fat
- 3.1g
- Sodium
- 541 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 10.2g
4 servings per batch · ~594g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Pad See Ew have per serving?
Each serving contains 41g of protein and 714 calories with 102g carbs and 16g fat. The high carb content makes this particularly useful for post-workout meals when you need glycogen replenishment alongside your protein intake.
How long does Pad See Ew take to make?
This recipe qualifies as quick prep and yields 4 servings in one stovetop session. You're looking at roughly 15-20 minutes total to have a batch-prepped Thai meal ready.
Is Pad See Ew good for muscle gain?
At 41g protein per serving with 102g carbs, this recipe supports muscle gain phases by delivering carbohydrates for energy and recovery alongside moderate protein. The macro ratio works well for fueling training sessions and supporting muscle protein synthesis.
