How to Reheat Pad Thai

Learning how to reheat Pad Thai so it is just as yummy as when it is freshly made is so easy. Leftover Pad Thai comes out hot and tasty without drying it out this method of warming it up. I share 4 of the best ways to reheat Pad Thai including a recipe below for my favorite method.

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Enjoying leftover Pad Thai at home so it tastes fresh only takes a few simple steps. The reheated rice noodles, with sauce, vegetables, & egg makes a great lunch, snack, or dinner the next day. Serve it with my recipe for Asian Avocado Peanut Coleslaw for a tasty combination.

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Wondering what to do with leftover Pad Thai? You can store it safely in the refrigerator for heating later. Continue reading to find several options on how to warm it up.

Pad Thai can be eaten as is or jazzed up into something a bit new and different. Here are a few fun recipe ideas: Pad Thai Fritatta, Pad Thai Noodle Soup, Pad Thai Fried Rice, or a fun fusion of Pad Thai Tacos!

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What is Pad Thai?
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Reheating Pad Thai in the Microwave
Reheating in the Oven or Toaster Oven
Reheating Leftovers in the Air Fryer
Best Way to Reheat Pad Thai; The Stovetop
Storing & Freezing Leftovers
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How to Reheat Pad Thai

What is Pad Thai?

Pad Thai is a gluten-free dish with rice noodles as the main ingredient. It is stir-fried with vegetables and a delicious sweet, tangy, & sour sauce that makes Pad Thai irresistible. It can be enjoyed vegetarian with tofu or with eggs and other proteins are added such as chicken, pork, or my favorite, shrimp.

Pad Thai is served with a wonderful set of garnishes. Fresh lime wedges, crushed peanuts, crisp bean sprouts, and cilantro are commonly served with platters of Pad Thai at restaurants. Whether you eat it in-house or order take-out, Pad Thai is a favorite.

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As with most noodles whether wheat, rice, or gluten-free, once cooled they tend to stick together. I find rice noodles are a bit starchier than regular pasta. Therefore, when reheating Pad Thai, keep this in mind.

The best way to revive Pad Thai is to add some moisture. I like to freshen up leftovers with a bit of water and/or oil. All the reheating methods I share today include a step to help bring those sticky noodles back to life.

Plated reheated leftovers of Pad Thai noodles with shrimp.

Reheating Pad Thai in the Microwave

The first thought you may have when it comes to reheating leftovers of any kind is probably to use the microwave. It is probably the most common way to warm up food in households in the United States. It is fast, easy, & doesn’t require a lot of extra equipment – I get it.

So if want to reheat Pad Thai in the microwave, go for it. But before you pop it in the microwave and set the timer, here are a few tips on how to warm it up properly so it is just as good as it was when fresh.

Follow these steps for reheating Pad Thai in the microwave. These instructions, cooking time, & temperature is for 2 cups of leftovers (adjust accordingly for more or less):

Place leftover Pad Thai in a microwave-safe dish. Use a dish or bowl that is big enough so it is easy to stir the food without it overflowing. This also ensures there is enough room for the heat to circulate around the food vs food that is squished together.
Add 1 tablespoon of water. Use a fork to fluff up the noodles and coat some with some of the added liquid.
Dampen a paper towel with water, and place it on top of the container. This helps bring “steam” to the cooking process and is another way to make sure the Pad Thai doesn’t dry out.
HINT: if there is shrimp in your order, remove them and set them aside.
Place in the microwave and reheat on high for 30 seconds.
Stir the Pad Thai. Add shrimp back in if your order included it. Reheat for an additional 30 seconds.
Stir & test for doneness. Add 15 seconds more if needed.

Plated and skillet filled with pad thai leftovers.

Reheating in the Oven or Toaster Oven

Reheating Pad Thai in the oven or a toaster oven is easy. It takes a bit longer than warming up the leftovers in a microwave. But for those without a microwave, this is a great way to reheat leftover Pad Thai in just minutes.

Follow these steps for reheating Pad Thai in a standard oven or a toaster oven. These instructions, cooking time, & temperature is for 2 cups of leftovers (adjust accordingly for more or less):

Preheat the oven or toaster oven to 350Â°.
Place leftover Pad Thai in an oven-safe dish. I recommend using a nonstick dish that is big enough so it is easy to stir the food without it overflowing. This also ensures there is enough room for the heat to circulate around the food vs food that is tightly packed in.
Add 1 tablespoon of water. Use a fork to fluff up the noodles and coat some with some of the added liquid.
HINT: if there is shrimp in your order, remove them and set aside to add them back in later.
Cover the dish in foil. Place in the oven and reheat for 5 minutes.
Remove the foil and give it a stir. Add any shrimp back in & replace the foil. Continue reheating in the oven for an additional 3-5 minutes.
Stir & test for doneness. Add more minutes if needed.

Reheating Leftovers in the Air Fryer

When you think of reheating Pad Thai, you probably don’t first think of doing so in your air fryer. But if that is all you have or is a kitchen tool you are most familiar with, go for it. Air frying leftover Pad Thai is quick and easy.

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Follow these steps for reheating Pad Thai in an air fryer. These instructions, cooking time, & temperature is for 2 cups of leftovers (adjust accordingly for more or less):

Preheat the air fryer to 370Â°. Set the timer for 8 minutes. I prefer a lower temperature for longer minutes than others may suggest. This helps keep the noodles soft without making them crunchy or drying out the rice noodles or proteins.
Place leftover Pad Thai in an air fryer/oven-safe dish or tray. Use a dish or bowl that is big enough so it is easy to stir the food and get it in as much of a single layer as possible. This ensures there is enough room for the heat to circulate around the food which is important with air frying.
Add 1 tablespoon of water. Use a fork to coat the noodles and separate any that may be sticking together.
HINT: if there is shrimp in your order, remove them and set them aside.
Place in the air fryer basket or tray and heat for 5 minutes.
Stir or shake the Pad Thai. Add shrimp back and continue heating for the full 8 minutes.
Stir & test for doneness. Add more time if needed.

Best Way to Reheat Pad Thai; The Stovetop

Reheating Pad Thai on the stovetop in a skillet/frying pan or wok is my favorite way to warm up leftovers. This is the recommendation I make for enjoying leftover Pad Thai at home. It comes out hot & tasty with the noodles, vegetables, & meats all reheating perfectly.

Please find all the steps for the best way to reheat Pad Thai below. This recipe is the #1 recommended way for warming up Pad Thai. No overcooked, dry, sticky, soggy, or chewy leftover Pad Thai. So check out the recipe below for the step-by-step instructions.

Reheating Pad Thai in a wok with some sesame oil is the best way to enjoy leftovers. My stovetop method is easy and takes only a few minutes. The sesame oil adds to the flavor that already exists with the Pad Thai sauce. But if you don’t have any, try one of the best substitutes for sesame oil when cooking.

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Storing & Freezing Leftovers

Leftover Pad Thai stores easily in the refrigerator or freezer. Store it in the original to-go container or your own air-tight container. Place in the refrigerator and store for up to 3 days. When ready to enjoy, reheat using one of the suggestions here.

Because it is dairy-free, Pad Thai freezes well. Place it in an air-tight Ziploc or container. Store in the freezer for up to 30 days. Defrost in the refrigerator for 1-2 days to thaw. Then reheat based on one of the methods shared here today.