Bell Pepper Phad Thai Recipe

Bell Pepper Phad Thai Recipe

2 cups rice noodles (available in South Indian food stores)

2 tablespoons oil

1 cup julienned red and green bell peppers (capsicum)

1 teaspoon crushed garlic

¾ cup skinned and diced tomatoes

½ cup julienned, semi-cooked French beans

½ cup tofu (or paneer) cut into small cubes

¼ cup soy sauce

2 tablespoons lemon juice

¼ cup chopped coriander leaves

To garnish:

¼ cup sautéed cashew nuts

¼ cup chopped scallions

¼ cup bean sprouts

Method:

Cook rice noodles according to the instruction on the packet.  Drain and keep aside.  Pour oil in a large work or skillet and heat it.  Add bell pepper and garlic.  Stir-fry for 3 minutes.  Stir in tomatoes, French beans and tofu.  Stir-fry just until tender for about 4 minutes.  Add soy sauce and lemon juice and mix well.  Mix in cooked noodles and coriander leaves.  Your 'Phad Thai' is ready.  Serve on a plate garnished with cashew nuts, scallions and bean sprouts.