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Authentic Pad Thai

This Authentic Pad Thai Recipe captures the essence of Thai street food with its balance of sweet, sour, and savory flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 8 oz rice noodles
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 cup cooked shrimp or chicken
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 1/4 cup crushed peanuts
  • 2 tbsp tamarind paste
  • 3 tbsp fish sauce
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp chili powder optional

Equipment

  • Large wok or frying pan
  • Spatula or wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Small bowl for mixing sauce

Method
 

  1. Soak the rice noodles in warm water for about 20-30 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, mix tamarind paste, fish sauce, sugar, lime juice, and chili powder if using.
  3. Heat the wok over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil.
  4. Add minced garlic to the hot oil and stir-fry for about 30 seconds.
  5. Push the garlic to the side and pour in the beaten eggs, scrambling until just cooked.
  6. Add the cooked shrimp or chicken to the wok and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Drain the soaked noodles and add them to the wok along with the prepared sauce, tossing everything for about 3-4 minutes.
  8. Finally, add bean sprouts and green onions to the wok and stir-fry for an additional minute.

Notes

Serve with lime wedges and crushed peanuts for added texture.