Shrimp Pad Thai
A delicious and vibrant Thai stir-fry that combines shrimp, rice noodles, and a balance of sweet, salty, and spicy flavors, perfect for any home cook.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 ounces dry brown rice noodles Can substitute with traditional rice noodles
- 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil or canola oil For sautéing
- 8 ounces medium or large shrimp, peeled and deveined Shrimp should be fresh
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Adds aroma to the dish
- 3 large eggs For added protein and texture
- 1/2 cup bean sprouts Add crunch
- 1/2 cup freshly grated carrots For sweetness and color
- 2 large green onions, finely chopped For garnish and flavor
- 1/4 cup peanuts, finely chopped For crunch and garnish
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped For garnish
- 1 unit Lime wedges for serving To enhance flavor when serving
Sauce Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce Creates umami flavor
- 1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar For acidity
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce or tamari For flavor
- 2 tablespoons water To thin the sauce if needed
- 1 tablespoon honey For sweetness
- 1-3 teaspoons ground chile sauce or chili garlic sauce Adjust to taste for spice
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cool water.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, rice vinegar, soy sauce, water, honey, and chili garlic sauce.
Cooking
- In a large non-stick skillet or wok, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and sauté for about 2 minutes until pink.
- Add minced garlic and stir briefly, then toss in the rinsed rice noodles and stir to coat with oil.
- Move the noodle mixture to one side, crack the eggs into the empty side, and scramble until fully cooked, then mix into the noodles.
- Pour the sauce over the noodle mixture and fold in bean sprouts, grated carrots, and chopped green onions. Cook for one more minute until the sprouts are crisp-tender.
Serving
- Serve with a sprinkle of chopped peanuts and cilantro on top, with lime wedges on the side.
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Notes
Customize with additional vegetables or protein substitutes as desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.