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Pad Woonsen (Glass Noodle Stir-Fry), and where to source it

Pad Woonsen (Glass Noodle Stir-Fry) — Worth The Hunt WORTH THE HUNT Pad Woonsen (Glass Noodle Stir-Fry) Thai 5best2buy.com

Soak the bean threads only until pliable, never fully soft, and finish the cooking in the wok with the sauce. Overhydrated noodles blow out into mush; barely-soaked ones absorb the seasoning as they fry and keep their signature slippery bounce.

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

Prep20 min
Cook10 min
Makesserves 3
CuisineThai
Cost$$$
Dairy-free
Contains  eggs · gluten · shellfish · 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 3 servings
Bean thread noodles
Mung-bean glass noodles; soak just until bendy, not soft, so they finish in the wok.
5 oz
Local / market
Eggs
Scrambled in first to fold through the noodles.
2
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Shrimp or ground pork
Either works; sear it before the noodles go in.
1/2 lb
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Oyster sauce
The savory backbone of the light sauce.
2 tbsp
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Soy sauce
Thin soy for salt without darkening the pale noodles too much.
1 tbsp
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Garlic
Bloomed in the oil to start the stir-fry.
3 cloves
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Napa or celery and tomato
Classic additions for crunch and freshness.
2 cups
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Scallions
Cut in segments and added near the end.
3
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The Rundown
Greedometer ●●●●● A fair little treat
A reasonable little indulgence. · plan ahead — needs marinating, soaking, or resting time
EffortSome doing
Cook it with
Stovetop
The Method
  1. Soak the noodlesSoak bean threads in warm water just until pliable, then drain and snip a few times.
  2. Scramble the eggFry garlic, add the beaten egg, and scramble it soft; add the protein and sear.
  3. Add noodles and sauceToss in the noodles with oyster sauce, soy, sugar, and a splash of water.
  4. Stir-fryToss over high heat until the noodles turn translucent and soak up the sauce.
  5. FinishFold in the vegetables and scallions, cook briefly to keep them crisp, and serve.
The Toolkit

Wok · Wok spatula · Kitchen shears

Straight Answers
Can you make Pad Woonsen (Glass Noodle Stir-Fry) 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 Woonsen (Glass Noodle Stir-Fry)? — 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 Woonsen (Glass Noodle Stir-Fry) 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 Woonsen (Glass Noodle Stir-Fry) 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 Woonsen (Glass Noodle Stir-Fry) vegan? — No

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

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