Pad Thai Chicken (or Shrimp or Veggie) Curry - Detox Friendly/Gluten Free/Dairy Free

If you are trying to detox or just trying to eat/live a gluten free/dairy free lifestyle you may be struggling with what to cook.  Here is another recipe that we love.  It's detox friendly and tastes almost sinful it's so delicious.  Courtesy of my cousin with a few alterations by myself.

*This recipe is Gluten Free, Dairy Free AND Vegan (if you leave out the chicken or fish)*

Pad Thai

Ingredients:

8 ozs Pad Thai Rice Noodles (can also be served over brown rice if you prefer)

1 can low fat coconut milk

1-2 T. red curry paste (depending on how spicy you want it)

Cilantro

2 Chicken Breasts sliced or chopped

2 T. grapeseed or coconut oil

OR

1/2-1 pound shrimp

OR

leave out the meat/fish and add your veggies

Here are some veggie ideas:

4 green onions, chopped

2 C. Fresh Bean Sprouts

1 C. fresh pea pods

water chestnuts

1 large head of broccoli

red/yellow or orange peppers, sliced

Yellow squash, sliced

Add all of the above veggies, or pick a few or choose your own! Go for color for a vibrant and nutritious meal.

Soak Pad Thai Noodles in hot water for 25-30 minutes (or according to instructions on package)

Meanwhile, cook chicken or shrimp in oil. Add coconut milk and stir in red curry paste.  Add veggies, cover to let steam.  When veggies are mostly cooked drain and add your Pad Thai noodles.  Cook for 2-3 minutes longer until noodles are al dente.  Do not overcook.

Remove from heat.  Sprinkle with fresh, chopped cilantro and serve with chopsticks.  Have fun and enjoy!!