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Shrimp Pad Thai

Shrimp Pad Thai - the best pad thai recipe made with Thai rice noodles and shrimp. Easy to make, better tasting, and healthier than takeout.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 494 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Thai

Ingredients

  • 8 oz (230g) dry skinny rice sticks
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 oz (230g) Shrimp shelled and deveined
  • 2 oz (230g) fried tofu cut into pieces
  • 2 eggs lightly beaten
  • 6 oz (170g) bean sprouts
  • 1 oz (30g) chives or scallion, cut into 2-inch lengths
Tamarind Juice:
  • 2 tablespoons tamarind
  • 1/3 cup warm water
Sauce:
  • 3 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 4 tablespoons tamarind juice or 3 tablespoons Chinese rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons sugar
  • 3 tablespoons water

Instructions

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  1. Cook the skinny rice sticks according to the package directions. Strain them in a colander and run cold water over the noodles until they are cool. Set aside to drain.
  2. Make the Tamarind juice by combining the tamarind and water. Use your hand or a spoon to massage and squeeze the tamarind pulp to release the flavor. The tamarind juice should be dark brown and slightly thick in consistency. Extract 4 tablespoons of juice and set aside, discarding the tamarind pulp.
  3. Mix all the ingredients for the Sauce in a small bowl and set aside.
  4. Heat the oil in a wok or skillet over high heat. Add the garlic and stir-fry until aromatic. Then, add the shrimp and tofu, continuing to stir. As soon as the shrimp changes color, add the rice sticks and stir continuously for 30 seconds. Use the spatula to push all the ingredients to one side of the wok or skillet.
  5. Add the eggs and let them cook for about 1 minute, or until the bottom is set. Fold the noodles over the eggs, then add the sauce. Stir continuously until everything is well combined. Add the bean sprouts and chives, and give it a few quick stirs.
  6. Turn off the heat and serve the noodles immediately, garnished with lime wedges and topped with peanuts.

Nutrition Information

Serving 2people Calories 494kcal (25%) Carbohydrates 129g (43%) Protein 45g (90%) Fat 22g (34%) Saturated Fat 13g (65%) Cholesterol 449mg (150%) Sodium 3464mg (144%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 33g (66%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 494

% Daily Value*

Serving 2people
Calories 494kcal 25%
Carbohydrates 129g 43%
Protein 45g 90%
Fat 22g 34%
Saturated Fat 13g 65%
Cholesterol 449mg 150%
Sodium 3464mg 144%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 33g 66%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.