How can I make my Pad Thai less spicy?

[cloudy_00]

Heyya foodie friends!

I made a Pad Thai dish last night, and boy, was it freaking spicy! I love it to be spicy but too much of it seems a bit off. I can't take it.

Any tips to share to help me maintain the right spiciness without compromising its taste?

 

[johnlloyd]

Heyya foodie friends!

I made a Pad Thai dish last night, and boy, was it freaking spicy! I love it to be spicy but too much of it seems a bit off. I can't take it.

Any tips to share to help me maintain the right spiciness without compromising its taste?

Hey! If you're not a fan of too much heat in your Pad Thai, I think you could reduce the amount of red pepper flakes or omit them altogether. Additionally, using fewer chili-based condiments like sambal or chili garlic sauce could help achieve a milder flavor profile, though you might need to adjust other seasonings for balance.

 

[IceTray3]

Hey there! My suggestion is that you can use cucumber slices or a cooling salad as a side dish to lessen the spiciness of Pad Thai

 

[MylaPeek]

Want to dial down the spice in your Pad Thai? You can use less chili paste or sauce, and maybe add a bit of extra sugar or coconut milk to balance it out. Also, you can always leave out the spicy toppings. Enjoy your milder, tasty twist!

 

[Keith_]

To control spiciness, start with less chili and taste as you go; you can also balance the heat with a touch of sugar or extra lime juice to keep the flavor while taming the heat!