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Perfect Pad Thai: A Symphony of Thai Flavors

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Cuisine
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Difficulty Intermediate
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Description

Dive into the vibrant world of Thai cuisine with our Perfect Pad Thai, a dish that brings the authentic flavors of Thailand right to your table. This beloved stir-fried noodle dish combines tender rice noodles, succulent shrimp or chicken, crunchy peanuts, and fresh bean sprouts, all tossed in a balanced sauce of tamarind, fish sauce, and a hint of sweetness. Topped with a squeeze of lime and a sprinkle of fresh herbs, each bite offers a delightful mix of textures and tastes—sweet, tangy, savory, and umami. Whether you're craving a quick weeknight meal or looking to impress guests, our Pad Thai delivers a flavorful journey in every forkful.

Ingredients
  • 8 ounces • rice noodles
  • 2 tablespoons • vegetable oil
  • 2 • eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 pound • shrimp, peeled and deveined (or chicken/tofu)
  • 3 cloves • garlic, minced
  • 1 cup • bean sprouts
  • 1/2 cup • shredded carrots
  • 3 • green onions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup • chopped peanuts
  • • Fresh cilantro and lime wedges, for garnish
    • For the Sauce:
  • 3 tablespoons • fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon • soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons • tamarind paste
  • 1 tablespoon • brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon • lime juice
Instructions
  1. Prepare Noodles: Soak the rice noodles in warm water for about 20 minutes, or until softened. Drain and set aside.
  2. Make Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, soy sauce, tamarind paste, brown sugar, and lime juice. Set aside.
  4. Cook Protein: In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp (or chicken/tofu) and cook until done. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  5. Scramble Eggs: Add the remaining oil to the skillet and add the beaten eggs. Scramble until just set, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  6. Combine: Add the noodles, sauce, bean sprouts, carrots, green onions, and cooked shrimp (or chicken/tofu) to the skillet. Toss to combine and cook until heated through.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Serve hot, garnished with chopped peanuts, cilantro, and lime wedges.
Keywords: Authentic, Noodles, Tamarind, Savory, Sweet, Shrimp, Crunchy peanuts, Stir-fry, Lime, Thai cuisine
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