Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this classic Pad Thai, where chewy rice noodles harmonize with fresh shrimp or chicken, crunchy peanuts, and a zesty sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings, this dish captures the essence of Thailand in every mouthwatering bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz flat rice noodles
- 1 cup shrimp or chicken breast, diced
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh bean sprouts
- 4 green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup crushed peanuts
- 2 tbsp tamarind paste
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Soak rice noodles in hot water for about 15 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
- In a hot wok, add oil and sauté shrimp or chicken until golden brown (4-5 minutes for shrimp; 6-8 minutes for chicken).
- Push protein to one side and add minced garlic and sliced green onions until fragrant (30 seconds).
- Crack eggs into the wok and scramble until just set.
- Add soaked noodles, tamarind paste, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice; stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until well combined.
- Toss in bean sprouts and crushed peanuts just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: Customize by swapping shrimp with tofu or adding vegetables like bell peppers for extra crunch. Keep your ingredients fresh for the best flavor and texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in a skillet with a splash of water.