Gluten Free Tofu Pad Thai with Turmeric & Ginger

Total time55 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time20 min

Gluten Free Tofu Pad Thai with Turmeric & Ginger

Silky rice noodles soak up a tangy-sweet tamarind sauce brightened with fresh ginger, warm turmeric, and a kick of red pepper flakes, while golden-seared tofu cubes add satisfying chew in every bite. Julienned carrots and bean sprouts bring crunch, scrambled egg folds in richness, and a scatter of chopped peanuts, scallions, and lime wedges finishes it with that classic pad thai balance of salty, sour, and sweet. The tofu gets a proper sear — undisturbed in a hot wok until deep golden — so it holds its shape and texture against the saucy noodles instead of turning mushy. It's a weeknight-friendly stir-fry that comes together in one pan and delivers all the flavor of your favorite takeout order. This version is a solid pick for a gluten free dinner rotation, no special sourcing headaches required. Serve it straight from the wok with extra lime on the side for squeezing over each bowl.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the noodles

8 oz flat rice noodles (pad thai width)
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For the sauce

3 tbsp tamarind paste
3 tbsp coconut aminos
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
½ tsp ground turmeric
¼ tsp red pepper flakes

For the stir-fry

14 oz extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut into ¾-inch cubes
3 tbsp avocado oil, divided
4 scallions, white and light green parts thinly sliced, dark green tops reserved for serving
2 medium carrots, julienned or coarsely grated
2 cups bean sprouts
3 large eggs, lightly beaten

For serving

¼ cup dry-roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
1 lime, cut into wedges
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Place the rice noodles in a large bowl and cover with room-temperature water. Soak for 15 minutes, until pliable and just barely flexible but not fully soft — they will finish cooking in the wok. Drain and set aside.
2
In a small bowl, whisk together the tamarind paste, coconut aminos, maple syrup, grated ginger, turmeric, and red pepper flakes until smooth. Set aside.

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