Pad Thai Fried Noodles with Shrimp

Experience the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this irresistible Pad Thai Fried Noodles with Shrimp recipe! Featuring tender rice noodles stir-fried to perfection with succulent shrimp, fluffy scrambled eggs, and crisp bean sprouts, this dish is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. The homemade Pad Thai sauce, a savory-sweet combination of fish sauce, tangy tamarind paste, and just a hint of sugar, coats every bite beautifully. Topped with crunchy crushed peanuts and fresh chives, and served with lime wedges for a zesty finish, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Whether you're a fan of classic Thai cuisine or simply craving bold, satisfying stir-fry noodles, this Pad Thai is sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Rice noodles (medium-width)
• 250 grams Raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 Eggs
• 100 grams Bean sprouts
• 50 grams Chives (cut into 1-inch pieces)
• 3 tablespoons Crushed peanuts
• 4 Lime wedges
• 3 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 1.5 tablespoons Tamarind paste
• 1.5 tablespoons Palm sugar (or brown sugar)
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Soak the rice noodles in warm water for 15-20 minutes until softened but still slightly firm. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix fish sauce, tamarind paste, palm sugar, soy sauce, and optional red chili flakes. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and set the sauce aside.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally, until pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp and set aside.

Step 4

In the same wok, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and minced garlic. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Push the garlic to one side of the wok and crack the eggs into the other side. Scramble the eggs lightly, then mix them with the garlic.

Step 6

Add the softened rice noodles to the wok and pour the prepared sauce over them. Toss everything together gently to coat the noodles evenly.

Step 7

Return the cooked shrimp to the wok and add the bean sprouts and chives. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.

Step 8

Transfer the Pad Thai to a serving plate. Garnish with crushed peanuts and serve with lime wedges on the side. Enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(902.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1220.7

Total Fat 50.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 844.5mg	0%
Sodium 4805.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 105.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.5g	0%
Total Sugars 39.0g
Protein 92.4g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 387.4mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 1735.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.7%

Protein: 29.6%

Carbs: 33.7%