Archive | October, 2005

Pad Thai

31 Oct

I made Pad Thai (from scratch) the other night. I am immensely proud of myself, since I’ve only made it with the help of a box before. Boyfriend said that “the noodles were the best” but “meat would be preferred over tofu.” Well said.

13.2 oz Phad Thai Rice Sticks (aka Rice Noodles, Rice Vermicelli or Long Rice)
3 T. Vegetable Oil
1 Clove Garlic, Minced
3 Eggs
1 Container of Tofu, sliced
4 T. Fish Sauce
1 Green Onion, Sliced
2 T. Sugar
1 t. Paprika
1 C. Bean Sprouts
1/4 C. Ground Peanuts

In a large bowl, soak rice sticks in warm water for 15-30 minutes, until tender but firm.

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Heat oil in a large frying pan (pot or wok), then add garlic.
Add egg and scramble until done; reduce temperature.
Add sliced tofu, mix together.
Drain rice sticks well and add to egg mixture.
Increase temperature and stir fry noodles until they are translucent, adding up to 1/4 C. of water if needed.
When rice sticks begin to stick together, add fish sauce, sugar, paprika, bean sprouts, and green onion.
Sprinkle each serving with chopped peanuts. Garnish with slice of lime.

Comments

I want some pad thai and that camera.

Posted by: haywood at October 31, 2005 09:25 PM

Nice presentation!

Posted by: Adam Bishop at November 1, 2005 02:46 AM

That looks yummy. I might try it some time – thanks for sharing!

Posted by: suki at November 12, 2005 12:21 AM

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Why is reading about crime funny to me?

8 Oct

I find the news on television depressing, but reading about the criminal activity in my town is just too funny. If you’re bored, I really recommend visiting the Gazette Times online and searching “Crime Watch.” The results are usually hilarious, sometimes disturbing, and definitley tells you a lot about this little college town.

Let me post some hilarity (which may just be hilarity because I live here). They are not in any specific order.

THEFT — 3:05 p.m. An unknown white male stole a belt from Sancho’s Restaurant, 1425 N.W. Monroe Ave. The belt, imported from Mexico, is leather and holds five shot glasses. It is valued at $100.SHOPLIFTING — 5:04 p.m. Female, 55, cited on an accusation of shoplifting for reportedly stealing miscellaneous grocery items, valued at $9.48, from Albertsons, 2005 N.W. Circle Blvd.

CAR PROWL — 8:31 a.m. A laptop computer and a digital photo printer, total estimated value $1,450, was reported stolen from a vehicle in the 2800 block of Northwest 29th Street. Entry was gained through a window left partially open.

BIKE THEFT — 10:20 a.m. A mountain bike valued at $1,200 was reported stolen from an open garage at a residence in the 1000 block of Northwest Charlemagne Place. Whoever took the bike apparently left a longboard style skateboard behind.

PIG AT LARGE — 2:29 p.m. Trap set for a feral pot bellied pig in the 26800 block of Alsea Deadwood Highway.

POT-BELLIED PIG CAUGHT — 9:17 a.m. A deputy trapped a feral pot-bellied pig in the 26800 block of Alsea Deadwood Highway in Alsea and took it to Heartland Humane Society.

DRIVING WHILE PRIMPING — 9:08 p.m. Female, age not listed, pulled over by an officer on Highway 99W near Lewisburg Road. Reportedly, her driving speed was erratic, she was swerving all over the road and had a turn signal on but did not turn. She told the officer she had been applying lipstick and that she dropped it at one point.

THEFT — 2:20 p.m. A wallet was reported stolen out of a dorm room in Sackett Hall. It was found later near a fraternity, with $112 cash missing.

I couldn’t find any stories about sheep, but I know they are out there…

COMMENTS

Oh man, i do miss corvallis

Posted by: Brandon at October 8, 2005 08:35 PM

Ever hear of the Arcata Eye police log?

Posted by: Some Salem Guy at October 8, 2005 09:18 PM

Hah! Stolen belt (imported from Mexico, that’s important) that holds five shot glasses?!? LOL!!!

Posted by: Ian Ashley at October 9, 2005 05:15 PM

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