Shrimp Pad Thai
A beloved dish that combines savory, sweet, and tangy flavors with tender shrimp and crunchy vegetables, perfect for a quick meal or special occasion.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 8 ounces rice noodles Soaked in warm water for 20-30 minutes.
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil For cooking.
- 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined Cooked until pink.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced For flavor.
- 2 eggs lightly beaten Scrambled in the skillet.
- 1 cup bean sprouts Added for crunch.
- ½ cup green onions, chopped To be added during stir-fry.
- ¼ cup crushed peanuts For topping.
- 1 unit lime, cut into wedges Served on the side.
- Fresh unit cilantro, for garnish To enhance presentation.
For the sauce
- 3 tablespoons fish sauce Provides umami flavor.
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce For seasoning.
- 2 tablespoons sugar To balance flavors.
- 1 tablespoon tamarind paste Adds tanginess.
- 1 teaspoon chili powder Adjust to taste for spice.
Instructions
Preparation
- Soak the rice noodles in warm water for about 20-30 minutes, or until they become soft. Drain and set aside.
- 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 skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until they turn pink and are cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, push the garlic to one side and add the beaten eggs. Scramble the eggs until fully cooked, then mix with the garlic.
Cooking
- Stir in the soaked noodles, cooked shrimp, and all the sauce ingredients. Toss everything together to ensure the noodles are coated well.
- After about 2-3 minutes, add the bean sprouts and green onions. Stir-fry for another minute until the veggies are slightly tender but still crunchy.
- Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Top with crushed peanuts and cilantro.
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Notes
Serve hot with lime wedges on the side for added zest. Offer additional toppings such as crushed peanuts and chili flakes for customization.