Thai food is popular for having a bit of spice in every dish. This kind of culinary dish typically contains light ingredients that have heavy flavours that can be spicy and or aromatic. Even if one does not like the food, the smell is always delicious. Thai food is most delicious when it is freshly cooked and also as good after reheating. You can still reheat Thai food and it can still be a culinary treat. Thai food can be reheated in the oven, microwave, or stovetop. When it comes to Pad Thai Pad, one of the most popular and well-known Thai dishes, reheating is a simple procedure. Everyone loves a noodle meal and Pad Thai simply can’t be outdone. Below is a description of how you can heat up Pad Thai.
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The Microwave Method To Reheat Pad Thai
One of the most effective ways of warming up Thai Food is in the microwave. This microwave method is quick and efficient when it comes to heating up Thai Food. Simply follow these steps when warming up Thai Food in the microwave,
- Place the Pad Thai in a microwave-safe dish or container, preferably a glass container,
- Place an ice cube in the middle of the noodles or add about 1 tablespoon of water,
- Cover your dish with a plastic wrap,
- Poke a couple of small holes in the shape of a triangle in the plastic wrap for steaming purposes, 3 work well,
- Microwave your Pad Thai for 1 minute and 30 seconds or so,
- Remove the plastic wrap and serve when ready,
The Oven Method
If you do not like the microwave method using the oven to warm up your Pad Thai is effective. Baking your Pad Thai in the oven works as well. Although it is a non-traditional way for reheating your Thai food the oven method is just as effective. The oven method may take longer than the other methods. Even though the oven may not be the desirable option for many, it is one of the easiest ways to reheat a large batch of leftover Pad Thai. It takes time to reheat your meal in the oven, so if you are in a rush, you may need to make use of the microwave method to heat up your Pad Thai. The oven has the advantage that your left over Pad Thai will taste the same as it did the previous night. Simply follow these steps to warm up your food in the oven.
- Place your Leftover Pad Thai in an oven-safe dish and spread it out,
- Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over the dish and stir,
- Cover your Pad Thai with aluminium foil,
- Let your meal bake at 350 degrees for about 15 minutes or so,
- Remove your dish from the oven and serve when ready,
There is no set time for reheating or baking your Pad Thai in the oven, but you can use a temperature of 225 degrees for nearly 20 minutes and readjust it when you need to.
The Stovetop Method To Reheat Pad Thai
Another effective way to warm up your Pad Thai is on the stovetop. The stovetop method will never get old since heating on the stove has many potential benefits. You simply need to reheat your Pad Thai for 2-3 minutes and sprinkle some water but make sure that you do not to put too much water; other wise your Pad Thai will become watery. If you follow these simply steps the result will be a fresh Pad Thai that tastes the same way you made it the first time around.
Since Pad Thai is cooked on the stovetop, it makes sense that you reheat your leftovers on the stovetop as well. The stovetop method is one of the most conventional form of reheating and allows you to adjust your temperature and heat according to your liking. You can use a wok on the stovetop to heat up your Pad Thai. Using a wok on a stovetop will help when it comes to maintaining the vegetables’ texture and will prevent your meal from crisping up excessively. It also prevents the risks of burning because you can tackle the heat by looking monitoring your progress. Simply follow these steps to reheat your Pad Thai in the stovetop,
- Begin by placing a wok on a stovetop and add some oil to the pan and let it preheat. The amount of oil you add depends on the amount of Pad Thai you wish to warm up.
- Once your oil is hot enough, you can put your Pad Thai into the wok and stir it frequently to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the wok.
- Keep tossing the wok ingredients consistently to ensure that your Pad Thai heats up evenly, that way your vegetables, noodles, and the meat as well seafood will heat up evenly in the dish.
- Warm a small amount of olive oil or butter in a pan over medium heat,
- Add your leftover Pad Thai to the heated pan and toss to coat in oil or butter. This step will help revive the noodles so that they taste fresh,
- Sauté your meal for about 10 minutes whilst stirring frequently.
- Serve and enjoy when ready,
The Best Way To Store Pad Thai
Given how tasty and nutritious Pad Thai is, it is not surprising that a lot of people like to buy more and store Pad Thai for a number of days. Since this Thai street food delicacy contains a lot of perishable ingredients like seafood, meat, and eggs, leaving it outside for a long time is not an option. You can place it inside the fridge for a about 3 to 5 days and freeze it in the freezer for up to 6 months. Keep in mind that food that has been stored in the freezer for too long may experience freezer burn. Besides nothing tastes better than a plate of freshly cooked Pad Thai. It is advisable not to keep your dish for too long.
