Irresistible Homemade Pad Thai
Experience the vibrant flavors of homemade Pad Thai, a delightful stir-fry featuring tender rice noodles, fresh vegetables, and your choice of succulent shrimp or chicken. This quick and easy recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for both casual weeknight dinners and special gatherings. With a balance of sweet, savory, and tangy notes, each bite bursts with flavor—especially when topped with fresh lime and crunchy peanuts!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
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- 8 oz flat rice noodles
- 1 cup shrimp or boneless chicken, diced
- 1 cup fresh bean sprouts
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 2 tbsp tamarind paste
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Soak the rice noodles in warm water for 10-15 minutes until soft. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix tamarind paste, fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice until smooth.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté shrimp or chicken for 3-5 minutes until golden brown.
- Add bean sprouts and green onions; stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
- Toss in the drained noodles and sauce. Mix gently until heated through (about 2-3 minutes).
- Serve hot, garnished with lime wedges and crushed peanuts if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg