Omelettes are super tasty and quick to make - and then they're great for getting rid of all sorts of leftovers kicking about the fridge. Here we've filled the omelettes with pad thai, but you can fill them with absolutely anything you like. This recipe makes one omelette per person. Enjoy!
Directions
1. Reheat the leftover pad thai (or whatever you prefer) with a dash of olive oil on a pan or in the microwave.
2. Beat egg and milk with some salt and pepper. Pour a bit of the egg onto a pan with a bit of oil, to make an omelette slightly thicker than a crepe. Cook the omelette on medium heat, until it settles and isn't runny. Lift around the edges to keep it from burning.
3. Spread a bit of pad thai on one half of the omelette and use a spatula to fold the omelette in half.
4. Make another batch of omelettes and serve with washed cucumber, peel the carrots and cut both into sticks for snack veggies. Garnish with a sprinkle of herbs if you have any about.
5. Enjoy!
We've used a pan about 24 cm. in diameter for the omelettes. Or you can use an even bigger pan and split each omelette into two. And presto, the omelettes are done - in half the time. If your lot is extra hungry, you can always toast a bit of rye or wholegrain bread on the side - or make an extra omelette.
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Directions
- Reheat the leftover pad thai (or whatever you prefer) with a dash of olive oil on a pan or in the microwave.
- Beat egg and milk with some salt and pepper. ...
- Spread a bit of pad thai on one half of the omelette and use a spatula to fold the omelette in half.
Storing Pad Thai Leftovers
In order to keep your Pad Thai fresh and contaminant-free, always store it in the fridge or freezer. Remember, even properly stored leftovers have a shelf-life. Pad Thai can typically last for three days in the fridge and can stay safe in the freezer for up to three months.
Can you make omelette the night before? ›
"This is easy to make (the night before), and yummy to eat the next morning. I made this for brunch and my friends wanted the recipe. Enjoy!"
Can you microwave Pad Thai? ›
Heat the noodles at intervals, as you would any food you want to gently reheat so it does not overcook and become dry. At each interval, stir and check for hot spots. As soon as it's warm, remove the noodles, add your warmed shrimp if necessary, and then comes the fun part: eating your pad thai.
What to pair with Pad Thai? ›
What to Serve With Pad Thai
- Beef Fried Rice.
- Spring Rolls.
- Egg Rolls.
- Thai Salmon.
- Asian Pork Lettuce Wraps.
- Thai Basil Beef.
- Grilled Asian Chicken.
- Garlic Fried Rice.
Real pad thai should be:
LOADED with beansprouts which lightens the noodles and add freshness. Have lots of "bits" in it which gives complexity: shallots, garlic, tofu, dried shrimp, etc. All in all it should be a well-balanced dish that leaves you satisfied, and not heavy.
Can I eat 3 day old Thai food? ›
Once leftovers are stored safely, they will remain safe three to four days. For more information please visit Safe Handling of Takeout Food.
Can I eat Pad Thai left out overnight? ›
The best plan is to put leftovers in the refrigerator right after your meal. Food that is sitting out for a party or picnic should be chilled after two hours at typical room temperature. If it's above 90 degrees Fahrenheit (32 degrees Celsius) or more, food should not sit out for more than one hour.
Are 5 day old leftovers safe to eat? ›
When it comes to refrigerated leftovers, the USDA says for most food it's best to eat it within three to four days to be safe. And the FDA lays out similar guidance, with a strict four-day maximum for most leftovers.
Can you cook an omelette and eat the next day? ›
Place a cutting board or plate over the pan and flip over. Cut the omelette into wedges and serve warm, or leave to cool and serve with salad or coleslaw. Can be kept in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Omelets and quiches.
Reheat multi-ingredient egg dishes in the oven for the best results. Using an oven-safe pan, heat at 350°F (176°C) for 15–20 minutes, or 25–30 minutes if frozen.
Can omelettes be meal prepped? ›
You can meal prep hard-boiled eggs, fried eggs, as well as almost any egg-based dish, like omelettes, quiches, and casseroles with eggs. When properly stored, eggs last up to a week in the fridge and for several months in the freezer.
Is it OK to eat cold Pad Thai? ›
I don't think eating it cold is weird or uncommon. Thais possibly eat it cold because they're too lazy to microwave it after left it in the fridge overnight or it's a leftover. Once in a blue moon, I have it cold and the noodle stick like a ball.
Why is my Pad Thai soggy? ›
Cooking rice noodles is not actually hard, but most people misunderstand how they need to be treated.The #1 reason why your rice noodle stir fries are a soggy mess is that you're cooking them before cooking them.
What gives Pad Thai its taste? ›
Pad Thai Sauce is made with fish sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar and tamarind. Tamarind is the ingredient that is the heart and soul of Pad Thai sauce, giving the sauce the sour flavour that Pad Thai is known for. It's an ingredient used in South East Asian cooking, like this Malaysian Beef Rendang.
How do you soften Pad Thai? ›
Flat Rice Noodles (Pad Thai Noodles)
Prepare a bowl filled with room temperature water. Add the pad thai noodles to the bowl. Soak for 10 minutes. If the noodles are longer than the bowl, slowly bend them as they soften in the water so that they are eventually all submerged under the water.
How do you add flavor to bland Pad Thai? ›
Use tofu, and substitute the fish sauce for more soy sauce. Peanut Butter: In my recipe, I add a big scoop of peanut butter to the sauce because I think it gives the whole dish an added creaminess and boost of flavor.
