Easy Shrimp Pad Thai Recipe

Name: Easy Shrimp Pad Thai
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7 oz. flat rice noodles; 1/4 c. fish sauce; 1/4 c. rice wine vinegar*; 3 tbsp. brown sugar; 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes, plus more for garnish; 3 tbsp. peanut (or canola) oil; 1 clove garlic, minced; 3 green onions, thinly sliced (about 1/2 c.) divided; 2 eggs; 2 c. bean sprouts, divided; 1/2 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails left on; 1/2 c. unsalted roasted peanuts, finely chopped; Lime wedges, for serving

Servings: persons

7 oz. flat rice noodles
1/4 c. fish sauce
1/4 c. rice wine vinegar*
3 tbsp. brown sugar
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes, plus more for garnish
3 tbsp. peanut (or canola) oil
1 clove garlic, minced
3 green onions, thinly sliced (about 1/2 c.) divided
2 eggs
2 c. bean sprouts, divided
1/2 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails left on
1/2 c. unsalted roasted peanuts, finely chopped
Lime wedges, for serving

1
Place rice noodles in large bowl.
2
Pour 4 cups boiling water over noodles and let soak until al dente, 5 to 7 minutes.
3
Drain and run under cold water.
4
Set aside.
5
In medium bowl, whisk together fish sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes.
6
Set aside.
7
Heat oil in large wok over high heat.
8
Add garlic and 1/4 cup green onions and stir-fry until fragrant, 1 minute.
9
Add eggs and cook, scrambling with wooden spoon, 2 minutes.
10
Add 1 1/2 cups bean sprouts and stir-fry until crisp-tender, 3 minutes.
11
Move bean sprouts and egg mixture to side of wok and add shrimp to other side; let cook for 5 minutes or until bright pink.
12
Stir everything together and add sauce and the noodles.
13
Gently toss mixture until noodles are heated through and sauce has thickened slightly.
14
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped peanuts, lime wedges, red pepper flakes, and remaining 1/2 cup bean sprouts.

622

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 7 oz. flat rice noodles, 1/4 c. fish sauce, 1/4 c. rice wine vinegar*, 3 tbsp. brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Easy Shrimp 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.

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Easy Shrimp Pad Thai

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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