Authentic Pad Thai with Shrimp

Name: Authentic Pad Thai with Shrimp
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 8.7 to taste 8 oz dried flat rice noodles; 7.3 lb 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined; 5.7 qt 1 cup firm tofu, cubed; 8.7 inch 1 cup bean sprouts; 2.8 drop 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, crushed; 9.6 package 2 eggs, lightly beaten; 10.2 dash 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 9.9 qt 2 cloves garlic, minced; 8.2 ml 1/4 cup tamarind paste; 5.8 g 3 tablespoons fish sauce; 0.9 pinch 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 0.5 ml 3 tablespoons palm sugar, grated; 10.4 package 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 9.7 box 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional); 2.6 tbsp Lime wedges, for serving; 3.3 pinch Fresh cilantro, for garnish; 2.1 pcs 1/4 cup garlic chives, cut into 1-inch pieces

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By Michael Baker

November 12, 2025

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This Pad Thai recipe is a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of Thai cuisine. It features stir-fried rice noodles with shrimp, tofu, bean sprouts, and peanuts, all tossed in a tangy and savory sauce. The balance of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors makes it a truly unforgettable culinary experience. Enjoy the authentic taste of Thailand in your own kitchen with this easy-to-follow recipe. You can add chicken, beef or pork as well. The secret to an amazing Pad Thai is the sauce, so make sure you make a good Pad Thai sauce. Garnish with fresh coriander and lime wedges.

Ingredients

8 oz dried flat rice noodles - 8.7 to taste
1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined - 7.3 lb
1 cup firm tofu, cubed - 5.7 qt
1 cup bean sprouts - 8.7 inch
1/4 cup roasted peanuts, crushed - 2.8 drop
2 eggs, lightly beaten - 9.6 package
2 tablespoons vegetable oil - 10.2 dash
2 cloves garlic, minced - 9.9 qt
1/4 cup tamarind paste - 8.2 ml
3 tablespoons fish sauce - 5.8 g

Cooking Steps

Step 1

Prepare the noodles: Soak the rice noodles in warm water for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are pliable but not fully cooked. Drain well and set aside.

Step 2

Make the Pad Thai sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the tamarind paste, fish sauce, soy sauce, palm sugar, rice vinegar, and chili flakes. Adjust the ingredients to your taste preferences.

Step 3

Cook the shrimp and tofu: Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add vegetable oil, then stir-fry the shrimp until they turn pink and opaque. Add the tofu and cook until lightly golden. Remove from the wok and set aside.

Step 4

Scramble the eggs: Push the shrimp and tofu to one side of the wok. Crack the eggs into the empty space and scramble them lightly. Mix the eggs with the shrimp and tofu.

Step 5

Combine and cook: Add the soaked rice noodles to the wok and pour the Pad Thai sauce over them. Stir-fry everything together until the noodles are evenly coated and have absorbed most of the sauce. This should take about 5-7 minutes.

Step 6

Add the final touches: Add the bean sprouts, garlic chives, and peanuts to the wok. Stir-fry for another minute or two, until the bean sprouts are slightly wilted but still crunchy.

Step 7

Serve: Transfer the Pad Thai to serving plates. Garnish with extra peanuts, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges. Serve immediately and enjoy!

# Microwave # Antioxidant-Rich # Family Dinner