Homemade Pad Thai Recipe
Savor the authentic taste of Thailand with this Homemade Pad Thai recipe! This American-style adaptation provides a harmonious blend of sweet, salty, and tangy flavors, all wrapped in a savory noodle dish. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, our Pad Thai is loaded with shrimp, crunchy peanuts, and fresh lime, making it a family favorite you’ll want to make again and again.
🛒Ingredients
- 8 oz rice noodles
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, crushed
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon tamarind paste
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
🔧Kitchen Tools Needed
- Large skillet or wok
- Small bowl
- Spatula
- Knife
- Cutting board
📝Instructions
- 1
Soak the rice noodles in warm water for 30 minutes or until soft. Drain and set aside.
- 2
In a small bowl, mix together fish sauce, soy sauce, tamarind paste, brown sugar, lime juice, and red pepper flakes. Set the sauce aside.
- 3
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- 4
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Sauté garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 5
Push the garlic to one side of the pan, then pour in the beaten eggs. Scramble the eggs until cooked through, then combine with garlic.
- 6
Add the drained rice noodles to the skillet. Pour the sauce over the noodles and toss to coat evenly.
- 7
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, add bean sprouts and green onions, and toss everything together. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
- 8
Transfer the Pad Thai to serving plates. Garnish with crushed peanuts, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.
🥗Nutrition Information
⚡Calories per serving: 450
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❓Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use chicken instead of shrimp?
Yes, you can substitute chicken for shrimp. Simply slice boneless, skinless chicken breast into thin strips and cook until no longer pink.
Is there a vegetarian version of this recipe?
Absolutely! You can omit the shrimp and add tofu or extra vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for a vegetarian Pad Thai.
