Pad Thai with chicken: Calories, Macros, 22 Vitamins & 11 Minerals (USDA Per 100g)
A classic Thai stir-fried noodle dish, featuring tender chicken, eggs, and rice noodles tossed in a harmonious blend of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors. --- RECIPE --- Servings: 2 Prep Time: 35 minutes Ingredients: - 8 oz flat rice noodles - 1/2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced - 2 tbsp vegetable oil - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1 shallot, minced - 1 egg, beaten - 1 cup bean sprouts - 1/4 cup chopped peanuts - 2 tbsp fish sauce - 2 tbsp tamarind paste - 2 tbsp brown sugar - 1 tbsp lime juice - Chili flakes to taste - Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for garnish Instructions: 1. Soak rice noodles in hot water for 15-20 minutes until pliable but still firm. Drain. 2. In a small bowl, whisk together fish sauce, tamarind paste, brown sugar, lime juice, and chili flakes for the sauce. 3. Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and stir-fry until cooked through; remove and set aside. 4. Add remaining 1 tbsp oil to the wok. Add garlic and shallot; stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant. 5. Push aromatics to one side, pour in beaten egg and scramble. 6. Add soaked noodles to the wok. Pour the sauce over the noodles and toss vigorously to coat. Cook for 3-5 minutes until noodles are tender. 7. Return chicken to the wok. Add bean sprouts and half of the chopped peanuts. Toss for 1 minute. 8. Serve hot, garnished with remaining peanuts, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.
Per 100g reference serving, Pad Thai with chicken provides 154 kcal of energy, 8.13g protein (21% of calories), 14.4g total carbohydrates (36% of calories, including 1.2g dietary fiber and 4.06g sugars), and 7.5g total fat (43% of calories).
Vitamins Profile in Pad Thai with chicken (Per 100g)
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| Vitamin / Bioactive | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | 4.8 mg | 5.3% DV |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.2 µg | 1% DV |
| Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) | 0.14 µg | 5.8% DV |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 18 µg | 2% DV |
| Vitamin E (Alpha-Tocopherol) | 1.13 mg | 7.5% DV |
| Vitamin K (Phylloquinone) | 19.9 µg | 16.6% DV |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.05 mg | 4.2% DV |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.1 mg | 7.7% DV |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 2.19 mg | 13.7% DV |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | 0.114 mg | 6.7% DV |
| Total Folate (Vitamin B9) | 24 µg | 6% DV |
| Folate (Dietary Folate Equivalents) | 24 µg | 6% DV |
| Natural Food Folate | 24 µg | 6% DV |
| Choline | 37.8 mg | 6.9% DV |
| Preformed Retinol | 14 µg | 1.6% DV |
| Beta-Carotene | 53 µg | 1.5% DV |
| Alpha-Carotene | 1 µg | 0.1% DV |
| Beta-Cryptoxanthin | 8 µg | 1.3% DV |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin | 88 µg | 0.9% DV |
Minerals & Electrolytes in Pad Thai with chicken (Per 100g)
Electrolyte ratios (potassium-to-sodium, calcium-to-magnesium) and trace minerals (iron, zinc, selenium, copper, manganese) determine cellular hydration, oxygen transport, and thyroid function.
| Mineral / Electrolyte | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Iron (Fe) | 0.68 mg | 3.8% DV |
| Calcium (Ca) | 21 mg | 1.6% DV |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 25 mg | 6% DV |
| Potassium (K) | 152 mg | 3.2% DV |
| Zinc (Zn) | 0.69 mg | 6.3% DV |
| Selenium (Se) | 8.9 µg | 16.2% DV |
| Phosphorus (P) | 91 mg | 7.3% DV |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.086 mg | 9.6% DV |
| Sodium (Na) | 384 mg | 16.7% DV |
Fatty Acids, Omega-3s & Sterols (Per 100g)
| Lipid / Fatty Acid | Amount per 100g | % Reference Target |
|---|---|---|
| Omega-3 ALA (Alpha-Linolenic Acid) | 0.18 g | 11.2% DV |
| Linoleic Acid (Omega-6 PUFA) | 1.91 g | 13.6% DV |
| Monounsaturated Fat (MUFA) | 3.29 g | 11% DV |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA) | 2.12 g | 10.6% DV |
| Saturated Fat (SFA) | 1.3 g | 6.5% DV |
| Dietary Cholesterol | 48 mg | 16% DV |
Essential Amino Acids & BCAAs (Per 100g)
| Amino Acid | Amount per 100g | % Daily Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Trace / Not significant per 100g serving | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
100 grams of Pad Thai with chicken contains 154 calories (kcal), 8.13g of protein, 14.4g of carbohydrates (1.2g fiber, 4.06g total sugars), and 7.5g of total fat according to the USDA Standard Reference dataset in Wise Eating.
Pad Thai with chicken has an estimated food pH of 5.8 and a Potential Renal Acid Load (PRAL) score of 3.24 mEq/100g, classifying it as Acid-Forming (Positive PRAL).
Allergen tags for Pad Thai with chicken: Eggs, Peanuts, Fish, Soybeans. In Wise Eating's WHO-aligned pediatric feeding database, the minimum age guideline is 9+ months with age-appropriate preparation.
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