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Pad Thai

A classic Thai stir-fry dish with rice noodles, shrimp, tofu, peanuts, and a tangy sauce.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Total Time

30 minutes

Difficulty

Medium

Skills Required

Stir-frying

Ingredients & Nutrition

500 kcal

Calories

25g

Protein

15g

Fat

60g

Carbs

5g

Fiber

10g

Sugar

1200mg

Sodium

  • 8 oz Rice Noodles
  • 1/2 lb, peeled and deveined Shrimp
  • 1/2 block, firm, cubed Tofu
  • 2, beaten Eggs
  • 2 cups Bean Sprouts
  • 3, chopped Scallions
  • 1/4 cup, chopped Peanuts
  • for serving Lime Wedges
  • 2 tbsp Tamarind Paste
  • 2 tbsp Fish Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Sugar

Let AI Suggest Variations

  • Use chicken or beef instead of shrimp.
  • Make it vegetarian by omitting shrimp and adding more tofu and vegetables.
  • Add a bit of sriracha or chili garlic sauce for a spicy version.
  • Use brown sugar instead of white sugar for a deeper flavor.

Instructions:

1. Cook rice noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together tamarind paste, fish sauce, and sugar for the sauce.

3. Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and tofu and cook until shrimp is pink.

4. Push shrimp and tofu to one side of the wok. Pour eggs on the other side and scramble.

5. Add noodles and sauce to the wok. Toss everything together.

6. Stir in bean sprouts and scallions. Cook for 1-2 minutes.

7. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped peanuts and lime wedges.