Easy Pad Thai Recipe

This simple and delicious Pad Thai comes together in under 30 minutes! It features tender rice noodles, a flavorful homemade sauce, and a combination of shrimp, chicken, or tofu, along with fresh vegetables, scrambled eggs, and crunchy peanuts.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Thai

Keyword: Pad Thai Recipe

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 30

Servings:

Calories: 628kcal

Ingredients

For the Pad Thai:

8 oz flat rice noodles
3 tbsp oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz shrimp, chicken, or extra-firm tofu, diced
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup fresh bean sprouts
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
3 green onions, chopped
½ cup dry roasted peanuts
2 limes, cut into wedges
½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

For the Pad Thai Sauce:

3 tbsp fish sauce
1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
5 tbsp light brown sugar
2 tbsp rice vinegar (or tamarind paste for a more authentic flavor)
1 tbsp Sriracha (adjust to taste)
2 tbsp creamy peanut butter (optional for extra creaminess)

Instructions

Prepare the Noodles:

Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions until just tender.
Rinse under cold water to prevent sticking and set aside.

Make the Sauce:

In a bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients until well combined. Set aside.

In a bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients until well combined. Set aside.Stir-Fry:

Heat 1½ tbsp oil in a wok or large pan over medium-high heat.
Add shrimp, chicken, or tofu, along with garlic and bell pepper.
If using shrimp, cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink. If using chicken, cook for 3-4 minutes, flipping once until fully cooked.

Cook the Eggs:

Push everything to one side of the pan. Add a little more oil if needed.
Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble, breaking them into small pieces as they cook.

Combine Everything:

Add the cooked noodles, prepared sauce, bean sprouts, and peanuts (reserving some for garnish).
Toss everything together until well mixed and heated through.

Serve:

Garnish with green onions, extra peanuts, cilantro, and lime wedges.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

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