Classic Pad Thai Noodles
Dive into the vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia with this Classic Pad Thai Noodles recipe, a perfect balance of tangy, savory, and slightly sweet notes. Featuring tender rice noodles stir-fried with juicy shrimp, golden tofu, and scrambled eggs, this dish is elevated by a homemade sauce made with tamarind paste, fish sauce, and palm sugar. Crunchy bean sprouts, sliced green onions, and a garnish of roasted peanuts add layers of freshness and texture, while a squeeze of lime brings a zesty finish. Quick to prepare and bursting with authentic Thai flavors, this easy pad Thai recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing meal. Don't forget to serve it steaming hot for the ultimate comfort food experience!
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Ingredients
- 8 oz rice noodles
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 12 pieces shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 large eggs
- 4 oz tofu, firm and diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 3 stalks green onions, sliced
- 0.25 cup roasted peanuts, crushed
- 1 whole lime, cut into wedges
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp tamarind paste
- 1 tbsp palm sugar
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 0.25 cup water
Directions
Step 1
Soak rice noodles in warm water for 20-30 minutes or until softened. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
In a small bowl, mix fish sauce, tamarind paste, palm sugar, chili powder, and water until the sugar is dissolved. Set sauce aside.
Step 3
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and sauté until pink and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes. Remove shrimp and set aside.
Step 4
Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the pan. Add tofu and cook until golden brown. Push tofu to one side of the pan.
Step 5
Crack the eggs into the pan and scramble, cooking until eggs are set. Mix the cooked tofu and eggs together.
Step 6
Add the garlic to the pan and sauté briefly until fragrant.
Step 7
Add the soaked noodles to the pan, followed by the prepared sauce. Toss everything together to coat evenly.
Step 8
Add cooked shrimp back to the pan along with bean sprouts and half of the green onions. Stir-fry for an additional 1-2 minutes until the noodles are tender and everything is heated through.
Step 9
Serve hot, sprinkled with crushed peanuts, remaining green onions, and lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1020.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1351.3 |
| Total Fat 66.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g | |
| Cholesterol 723.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3655.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 108.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 31.1g | |
| Protein 93.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1055.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1872.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories