Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBangkok Thai CuisinePad Thai Recipe

Pad Thai Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Noodles

Sauce

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Soak the Noodles

    In a large bowl, soak the rice noodles in warm water for about 30 minutes, or until they are softened. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a small bowl, combine the fish sauce, tamarind paste, sugar, and soy sauce. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and set aside.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

  2. 4

    Cook the Garlic

    Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

  3. 5

    Scramble the Eggs

    Push the garlic to the side and crack the eggs into the skillet. Scramble them until fully cooked, then mix them with the garlic.

  4. 6

    Add the Shrimp

    Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and are cooked through.

  5. 7

    Combine with Noodles

    Add the soaked rice noodles to the skillet along with the prepared sauce. Toss everything together to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.

  6. 8

    Add the Vegetables

    Stir in the bean sprouts and chopped green onions, and cook for an additional minute.

  7. 9

    Serve

    Transfer the Pad Thai to serving plates, sprinkle with crushed peanuts, and serve with lime wedges on the side.

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