Homemade Pad Thai Sauce from Scratch: Recipe

Making your own Pad Thai sauce from scratch is easier than you think, so feel free to join me in creating it using this recipe. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a delicious and authentic sauce that will take your homemade Pad Thai to the next level. This versatile sauce strikes the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and salty flavors, making it a must-have in any Asian-inspired kitchen, and you’ll find yourself using it more often than ever before.

Above all, creating your own Pad Thai sauce allows you to tailor the flavor to suit your preferences, and it’s also a fantastic way to avoid any artificial ingredients or preservatives found in store-bought sauces. With this easy recipe, you can enjoy the authentic taste of Pad Thai right in your own kitchen, as well as prepare other fantastic Asian dishes that call for this sauce.

Recipe

Ingredients in this recipe

• 3 tablespoons tamarind paste
• 3 tablespoons fish sauce
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon chili paste, or to taste

Step-by-step instructions

Step 1

• In a small bowl, whisk together the tamarind paste, fish sauce, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chili paste until well combined.

Step 2

• Taste the sauce and adjust the sweetness or spiciness as needed by adding more sugar or chili paste.

Step 3

• Once you’re satisfied with the taste, your homemade Pad Thai sauce is ready to use. Simply drizzle it over cooked Pad Thai noodles and toss to coat, or use it as a sauce for spring rolls or grilled meats.