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Pad See Ew, and where to source it

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Pad see ew is all about the char — the wok has to be smoking so the noodles blister and pick up wok hei instead of steaming. Fry in small batches; crowd the pan and you get a pale, soggy tangle instead of caramelized edges.

By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026

Prep15 min
Cook10 min
Makes2 servings
CuisineThai
Cost$$
Dairy-free
Contains  eggs · gluten · soy
Make it gluten-free: swap in tamari instead of soy sauce (check the other labels too).
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for 2 servings
Wide rice noodles
Fresh sen yai if you can find them; soak dried ones just until pliable, not soft.
8 oz
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Chicken or pork
Thin slices cook in seconds against the hot wok.
1/2 lb
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Dark soy sauce
Dark soy gives the color and the malty depth; a splash of light soy adds salt.
2 tbsp
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Eggs
Scrambled into the noodles for richness; push the noodles aside and cook them fast.
2
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Chinese broccoli
Gai lan; the stems go in first, the leaves last so they just wilt.
1 bunch
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Garlic
A base of fried garlic starts the whole stir-fry.
4 cloves
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The Rundown
Greedometer ●●●●● Barely a splurge
A light hand — your arteries say thanks.
EffortEasy
Cook it with
Grill
The Method
  1. Prep everythingSlice meat, separate broccoli stems from leaves, and mix the soy sauces before the wok gets hot.
  2. Heat the wokGet the wok ripping hot until it smokes, then add oil and the garlic.
  3. Sear and scrambleCook the meat, push it aside, scramble the eggs, then add the broccoli stems.
  4. Char the noodlesAdd noodles and dark soy, then leave them still for 20 seconds at a time to blister before tossing.
The Toolkit

Wok · Wok spatula · Chef knife · Small bowls · Colander

Straight Answers
Can you make Pad See Ew in an air fryer? — Not really

Not really — loose batter spreads and needs a flat, hot surface. Keep this one on the stovetop or griddle.

Can you freeze Pad See Ew? — Yes

Yes — it freezes well. Cool it fully, portion into airtight containers, and it keeps a few months; thaw in the fridge and reheat gently.

Can you make Pad See Ew ahead of time? — Prep ahead

Best fried to order — the crunch fades if it sits. Do the breading or shaping ahead and cook it fresh when you serve.

Is Pad See Ew gluten-free? — Not as written

Not as written — it contains gluten. Make it gluten-free: swap in tamari instead of soy sauce (check the other labels too).

Is Pad See Ew vegan? — No

No — it contains meat, so it isn’t vegetarian or vegan.

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