Recipe
Shrimp Pad Thai
Classic Thai stir-fried rice noodles with shrimp, peanuts, and tamarind sauce, offering a tangy and savory main course.
Instructions
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Step 1
Soak the rice noodles in warm water until softened but still slightly firm, about 10 minutes, then drain in the colander.
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Step 2
Heat olive oil in the wok over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant and lightly golden.
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Step 3
Add shrimp to the wok and stir-fry until they turn pink and are cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
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Step 4
Push shrimp to one side of the wok and crack eggs into the empty side; scramble gently until just set.
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Step 5
Add soaked and drained rice noodles to the wok and toss gently to combine with shrimp and eggs.
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Step 6
Add tamarind paste and fish sauce to the wok and stir-fry to coat the noodles evenly, cooking until sauce thickens slightly.
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Step 7
Stir in chopped green onions and bean sprouts, cooking briefly until vegetables are tender but still crisp.
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Step 8
Remove from heat and sprinkle crushed peanuts over the pad thai.
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Step 9
Serve the shrimp pad thai with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: medium
Ensure shrimp and eggs are fully cooked and avoid cross-contamination when handling raw seafood.
Risk factors
- undercooked_risk
- cross_contamination