Pad Thai Recipe
Stir-fried rice noodles with shrimp, chicken, and egg.
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Ingredients
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Noodles
Protein
Vegetables
Sauce
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Soak the Rice Noodles
Place rice noodles in a large bowl and cover with hot water. Let them soak for about 20-30 minutes until softened. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice until well combined. Set aside.
Cooking
- 3
Cook the Proteins
In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes. Push the proteins to one side of the skillet.
- 4
- 5
Add Vegetables
Add the julienned carrot and bean sprouts to the skillet. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- 6
Combine with Noodles
Add the soaked rice noodles to the skillet along with the prepared sauce. Toss everything together for 2-3 minutes until all ingredients are well coated and heated through.
Serving
- 7
Plate the Pad Thai
Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions, crushed peanuts, cilantro, and lime wedges. If desired, add Sriracha for extra heat.
