Pad Thai Talay
Pad Thai Talay is a vibrant and popular Thai stir-fried noodle dish that combines the classic sweet, sour, and savory flavors of Pad Thai with a generous mix of fresh seafood. It typically features rice noodles, shrimp, squid, and mussels, along with tofu, egg, bean sprouts, and crushed peanuts, all tossed in a signature tamarind-based sauce. This dish is a beloved street food staple and restaurant favorite throughout Thailand.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a balanced meal, providing a good mix of carbohydrates from the rice noodles, protein from the seafood and egg, and healthy fats from the peanuts and cooking oil. It is a good source of selenium, zinc, and B vitamins from the seafood, with a typical serving containing roughly 500-700 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 480 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 55 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Sodium | 950 mg |
| Potassium | 420 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Vitamin C | 18 mg |
| Calcium | 95 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.8 mcg |
| Zinc | 2.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 55 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
Per 1 plate (350 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Pad Thai was promoted as a national dish in the 1930s-40s to foster national identity and reduce rice consumption. Nutritionally, the combination of tamarind (rich in antioxidants) and seafood creates a flavorful dish that is also high in essential minerals like iodine and omega-3 fatty acids.
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