How to Make Shrimp Pad Thai - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shrimp Pad Thai is a classic Thai dish that is loved by many for its bold flavors and satisfying textures. This popular street food is a stir-fried noodle dish that features a combination of sweet, sour, and savory flavors, along with a hint of heat from the chili peppers.

Pad Thai is often made with shrimp, but it can also be prepared with chicken, beef, or tofu for those who prefer a different protein. The dish is made with rice noodles, which are stir-fried with shrimp and a delici...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) package rice noodles
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 12 medium fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • ¼ pound bean sprouts
  • ½ cup unsalted dry-roasted peanuts, chopped
  • ¼ pound bean sprouts
  • 1 lemon, sliced
  • ½ cup chopped peanuts
  • ¼ cup coarsely chopped cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • In a medium bowl, soak the noodles in cold water for 15 min; drain. Cover noodles with hot water, and soak for 15 minutes; drain. Rinse with cold water, drain, and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a wok or large heavy skillet over medium heat. Saute onion and garlic until onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add shrimp, and cook until pink. Stir in ketchup, fish sauce, sugar, lemon juice and vinegar. Pour in the beaten egg, and cook without stirring until egg is partially set. Add drained noodles, 1/4 pound bean sprouts, and 1/2 cup peanuts. Mix while cooking until noodles are tender.
  • Nutrition

    541 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 120mg
    • Sodium: 488mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 69g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Vitamin C: 33mg
    • Calcium: 88mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 540mg