Kwitiaow Phad Thai (Thai-Fried Noodles & Sauce)

Directions

(sen lek or woon sen), soaked in cold water for 7 to 10 minutes, if dried Mix all the sauce ingredients together in a pan and boil until reduced to about ⅔ cup.

Set aside to cool.

Heat the oil in a wok or pan until very hot, then add the prawns and bean curd and stir-fry lightly for 1 minute.

Add the preserved radish and shallot, fry for 1 minute, and break in the eggs.

Stir-fry for a minute, then add the noodles and chicken stock.

When the noodles are soft (about 2 minutes), add the dried shrimp, peanuts, spring onions and bean sprouts.

Add the sauce, fry for a couple of minutes and serve.

Serve accompanied by chopped peanuts, chopped dry chillies, sugar, lime wedges, spring onions, and fresh bean sprouts, all in small saucers.