Easy Pad Thai Recipe

Name: Easy Pad Thai
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pkg. wide rice noodles; 2 tbsp. vegetable oil; 6 oz. lean ground pork; 1 sweet red pepper, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 tsp. hot pepper flakes; 6 oz. raw shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/3 cup chicken stock; 3 tbsp. fish stock; 2 tbsp. granulated sugar; 2 tbsp. lime juice; 2 tbsp. ketchup; 1 egg, beaten; 2 cups green onions, chopped; 1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander; 2 tbsp. chopped peanuts; 2 limes, cut into wedges

Servings: persons

1 pkg. wide rice noodles
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
6 oz. lean ground pork
1 sweet red pepper, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 tsp. hot pepper flakes
6 oz. raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/3 cup chicken stock
3 tbsp. fish stock
2 tbsp. granulated sugar
2 tbsp. lime juice
2 tbsp. ketchup
1 egg, beaten
2 cups green onions, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander
2 tbsp. chopped peanuts
2 limes, cut into wedges

1
Soak noodles in warm water for 15 minutes; drain and set aside.
2
In large wok or deep skillet, heat oil over high heat; stir fry pork, red pepper, garlic and hot pepper flakes for 2 minutes.
3
Add shrimp; stir fry for 1 minute.
4
Stir in stock, fish sauce, sugar, lime juice and ketchup; stir fry for 1 minute.
5
Add noodles; toss to combine.
6
Drizzle in egg, tossing until egg is set.
7
Add bean sprouts; toss.
8
Sprinkle with onions, coriander and peanuts.
9
Garnish with lime.
10
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631

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pkg. wide rice noodles, 2 tbsp. vegetable oil, 6 oz. lean ground pork, 1 sweet red pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Easy Pad Thai falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Easy Pad Thai

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Variations & substitutions

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