Teresa's Recipes
Pad Thai Shrimp
A vibrant and flavorful dish, Pad Thai Shrimp is a beloved street food from Thailand that combines stir-fried rice noodles with fresh shrimp, crunchy peanuts, and a zesty lime sauce. This dish is a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory, making it an irresistible choice for any meal. Traditionally served with a sprinkle of crushed peanuts and fresh lime wedges, Pad Thai is not only satisfying but also a delightful representation of Thai culinary culture. It's a fantastic way to bring a taste of Thailand into your kitchen!
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Rice noodles
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons (plus wedges for serving) Lime juice
- 1 pound, peeled and deveined Shrimp
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 2, beaten Eggs
- 1 cup Bean sprouts
- 1/2 cup, chopped Green onions
- 1/4 cup, chopped Peanuts
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 420
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 50g
- Protein: 30g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Sugar: 5g
Instructions
- Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar until the sugar dissolves. Set aside.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the shrimp and garlic to the skillet. Cook until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the shrimp and garlic from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, push the shrimp and garlic to one side and pour the beaten eggs into the other side. Scramble the eggs until fully cooked.
- Add the cooked rice noodles, bean sprouts, and green onions to the skillet. Pour the prepared sauce over the noodles and toss everything together until well combined.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the noodles are heated through and coated in the sauce.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped peanuts. Serve hot with lime wedges on the side.
Tips
- For extra flavor, consider marinating the shrimp in a mixture of soy sauce and lime juice for 15-20 minutes before cooking.
- Feel free to add other vegetables such as bell peppers or carrots for additional crunch and nutrition.
- To make it spicier, add a dash of chili flakes or sriracha sauce when tossing the noodles.