Pad Thai

Embark on a Thai culinary adventure with Pad Thai, a delightful stir-fried noodle dish that balances sweet, sour, and spicy flavors. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for those looking to explore new tastes with its harmonious blend of flavors and textures.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients

8 oz

rice noodles

2 tbsp

vegetable oil

2 cloves

garlic, minced

large egg

8 oz

shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 cup

bean sprouts

green onions, chopped

1/4 cup

crushed peanuts

2 tbsp

fish sauce

1 tbsp

soy sauce

2 tbsp

tamarind paste

1 tbsp

brown sugar

1/2

lime, juiced

red chili, sliced

1/4 cup

fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1. Soak rice noodles in warm water for 20 minutes until soft, then drain.

2. In a wok or large pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.

3. Crack the egg into the pan, scramble, and cook until just set.

4. Add shrimp to the pan, cooking until pink and cooked through.

5. Push everything to one side of the pan and add the drained noodles.

6. In a small bowl, mix fish sauce, soy sauce, tamarind paste, and brown sugar. Pour over noodles and toss to coat.

7. Add bean sprouts and green onions, stirring to combine with the noodles and shrimp.

8. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until everything is well combined and heated through.

9. Remove from heat and serve with crushed peanuts, lime juice, sliced chili, and fresh cilantro.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheating

To reheat, place the Pad Thai in a pan over medium heat, stirring frequently until heated through.

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This recipe is for informational purposes only. Always follow proper food safety practices, cook foods to safe internal temperatures, and store leftovers appropriately. Results may vary.