This shrimp pad thai recipe is a delicious and easy way to enjoy the flavors of Thailand in your own home. Shrimp are simmered in a sweet and sour sauce with plenty of vegetables, making this an ideal meal for any night.
Shrimp Pad Thai Recipe
Shrimp Pad Thai is a dish that can be enjoyed by all. It is a simple and easy to make meal that can be prepared quickly. This meal can be enjoyed either as an appetizer or main course.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 116kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb. flat rice noodles
- 1/4 cup fish sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 egg beaten
- 8 oz. shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup chopped roasted peanuts
- 2 green onions thinly sliced
Instructions
- Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to prevent them from sticking together.
- In a small bowl, whisk together fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar and vinegar.
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add egg and cook until set, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate and break into pieces with the spatula.
- Increase heat to medium-high. Cook shrimp, stirring occasionally, until pink and curled, about 1 minute. Add the sauce mixture and noodles and toss to coat well. Add the egg and peanuts and cook until heated through, tossing frequently, about 2 minutes.
- Transfer to a large serving platter or divide among individual plates or bowls. Top with green onions and serve with lime wedges on the side. Makes 2 servings, but can be easily doubled!
Nutrition
Calories: 116kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1948mg | Potassium: 73mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg
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