Authentic Thai Pad Thai

Name: Authentic Thai Pad Thai
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Rice noodles', 'amount': '8 ounces'}; {'ingredient': 'Shrimp', 'amount': '8 ounces, peeled and deveined'}; {'ingredient': 'Firm tofu', 'amount': '8 ounces, cut into cubes'}; {'ingredient': 'Eggs', 'amount': '2, beaten'}; {'ingredient': 'Vegetable oil', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '3 cloves, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Green onions', 'amount': '4, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Bean sprouts', 'amount': '1 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Cilantro', 'amount': '1/2 cup, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Peanuts', 'amount': '1/2 cup, crushed'}; {'ingredient': 'Lime', 'amount': '1, cut into wedges'}; {'ingredient': 'Chili flakes', 'amount': '1 teaspoon (to taste)'}; {'ingredient': 'Sugar', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Tamarind paste', 'amount': '3 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Soy sauce', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Fish sauce', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}

Dive into the vibrant and tantalizing world of Thai cuisine with this Authentic Pad Thai! This beloved street food dish is a harmonious blend of chewy rice noodles, succulent shrimp, and crispy tofu, all enveloped in a rich, tangy tamarind sauce. Each bite bursts with the flavors of fresh herbs, crunchy peanuts, and zesty lime, creating a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory notes. Originating from the streets of Bangkok, Pad Thai has gained worldwide acclaim as a culinary treasure that transports you straight to Thailand with every mouthful. Whether for a special occasion or a weeknight treat, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends!

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Rice noodles (8 ounces)
Shrimp (8 ounces, peeled and deveined)
Firm tofu (8 ounces, cut into cubes)
Eggs (2, beaten)
Vegetable oil (2 tablespoons)
Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
Green onions (4, chopped)
Bean sprouts (1 cup)
Cilantro (1/2 cup, chopped)
Peanuts (1/2 cup, crushed)
Lime (1, cut into wedges)
Chili flakes (1 teaspoon (to taste))
Sugar (1 tablespoon)
Tamarind paste (3 tablespoons)
Soy sauce (2 tablespoons)
Fish sauce (1 tablespoon)

Instructions

Soak the rice noodles in hot water for 10-15 minutes until they are softened, then drain and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, soy sauce, tamarind paste, sugar, and chili flakes to create the Pad Thai sauce. Set aside for later use.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and tofu, cooking until the shrimp turns pink and is cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. Remove them from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic and chopped green onions, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
Push the garlic and green onions to one side of the pan. Pour the beaten eggs into the other side and scramble until cooked, then mix them with the garlic and green onions.
Add the soaked rice noodles to the pan along with the prepared Pad Thai sauce. Toss everything together until well coated and heated through.
Return the cooked shrimp and tofu to the pan, along with the bean sprouts. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring gently to combine.
Serve the Pad Thai hot, garnished with crushed peanuts, chopped cilantro, and lime wedges on the side for squeezing.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 20 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 500 • Fat: 20g • Carbs: 60g • Protein: 25g • Sodium: 900mg • Sugar: 5g

Authentic Thai Pad Thai

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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