Pad Thai Experience

Join us for an engaging cooking class where you’ll master the art of making Tofu Pad Thai, a popular dish known for its unique blend of flavors and deep cultural roots in Thai cuisine. Originally promoted during World War II to conserve rice, Pad Thai has evolved to symbolize Thai national identity and culinary prowess. This course will explore its historical context, traditional cooking methods, and contemporary plant-based adaptations.

What You’ll Learn:

• Historical Insights: Discover the origins of Pad Thai during Thailand’s nationalistic campaigns and its evolution into a global culinary icon.
• Authentic Cooking Techniques: Learn how to stir-fry the perfect rice noodles and achieve the ideal balance of the dish’s hallmark sweet, sour, and savory flavors using vegan ingredients.
• Ingredient Substitutions: Explore vegan alternatives for traditional ingredients such as replacing fish sauce with soy sauce and using tofu instead of eggs to maintain the authentic taste and texture of Pad Thai.

Course Details:

• Duration: 1 hour
• Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
• Serves: 4

Prepare to dive into the art of Thai cooking and transform simple ingredients into a flavorful and aromatic meal that respects its rich cultural heritage while embracing a plant based diet.