Soy-Free Pad Thai Sauce
Elevate your noodle dishes with this zesty, soy-free Pad Thai sauce that delivers all the classic flavors you love—without the soy! Crafted with tamarind paste, fish sauce, and palm sugar, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of tangy, salty, and sweet, while lime juice and chili flakes add a kick of freshness and heat. Aromatic notes from garlic and shallots meld beautifully as the sauce gently simmers, making it rich and full-bodied in just 10 minutes. Whether you're creating a traditional Pad Thai or looking for a bold dipping sauce, this easy-to-make soy-free alternative is a game-changer for gluten-avoiders and anyone seeking a unique twist.
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Tamarind paste
- 3 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons Palm sugar
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 small Shallot, finely chopped
Directions
Step 1
In a small saucepan, combine the tamarind paste, fish sauce, and palm sugar.
Step 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture until the palm sugar has completely dissolved.
Step 3
Add the rice vinegar, lime juice, and chili flakes to the saucepan.
Step 4
Continue to stir the sauce mixture until it begins to gently simmer.
Step 5
Add the water, minced garlic, and finely chopped shallot to the saucepan.
Step 6
Let the sauce simmer for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the sauce to cool for a few minutes.
Step 8
Transfer the sauce to a clean jar or airtight container for storage.
Step 9
Shake or stir the sauce before using to ensure it’s well mixed.
Step 10
Use this soy-free Pad Thai sauce to dress your favorite noodle dishes or as a dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (230.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 264.2 |
| Total Fat 0.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3794.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 63.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 55.9g | |
| Protein 3.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 80.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 927.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories