Shrimp Pad Thai
A vibrant and flavorful dish that blends the rich tastes of Southeast Asia with perfectly cooked rice noodles, succulent shrimp, and crunchy vegetables, all brought together by a tangy sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces rice noodles Soaked in warm water
- 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh or thawed
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil For stir-frying
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Adds flavor
- 1 cup bean sprouts Fresh
- 1 cup shredded carrots Adds crunch
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten For added protein and texture
- 4 individual green onions, chopped For garnish
- ¼ cup chopped peanuts For garnish
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped For garnish
- as needed lime wedges For serving
Sauce Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons fish sauce Base of the sauce
- 2 tablespoons sugar To balance flavors
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce For umami flavor
- 1 tablespoon tamarind paste For tanginess
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Soak the rice noodles in warm water for about 30-40 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, sugar, soy sauce, tamarind paste, and red pepper flakes to create your sauce. Set aside.
Cooking
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the pan and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the soaked noodles and pour the sauce over the top. Stir-fry for about 2 minutes, allowing the noodles to absorb the sauce.
- Push the noodles to one side of the pan and add the beaten egg on the other side. Scramble the egg until fully cooked, then mix it with the noodles.
- Add the bean sprouts, shredded carrots, and cooked shrimp back to the pan. Toss everything together for another 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Stir in the chopped green onions and remove from heat.
Serving
- Garnish each serving with chopped peanuts, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.
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Notes
To elevate your dish, use fresh shrimp and consider adding extra toppings like fresh chili or cucumber. For leftovers, store in an airtight container and reheat gently.