Spicy Shrimp Pad Thai

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I used other pad thai recipes from this website and added shrimp and my own little flavor and spice.

Submitted by n0xzemagrl
Updated on April 2, 2021
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Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 1 (8 ounce) package dried rice noodles

  • 2 teaspoons peanut oil

  • 1 small onion, diced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar

  • 3 tablespoons ketchup

  • 3 tablespoons fish sauce

  • 3 tablespoons sweet chile sauce

  • 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter

  • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

  • 1 tablespoon white sugar

  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • 12 uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten

  • 1 cup unsalted dry-roasted peanuts, chopped

  • ½ pound bean sprouts

  • ¼ cup shredded carrots (Optional)

  • ½ lime, cut into wedges

  • ¼ cup chopped green onions

  • ¼ cup coarsely chopped cilantro

Directions

  1. Place noodles in a large bowl and cover with hot water. Set aside until noodles are softened, about 15 minutes. Drain and rinse thoroughly.

  2. Heat oil in a wok over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and garlic until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

  3. Combine rice wine vinegar, ketchup, fish sauce, chile sauce, peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, sugar, red pepper flakes, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl. Set aside.

  4. Add shrimp to the wok. Cook and stir until pink, about 4 minutes. Add the ketchup mixture and stir. Move all ingredients to one side to clear a small space in the pan. Pour in eggs and cook without stirring until partially set, about 3 minutes.

  5. Stir the drained noodles into the shrimp and egg mixture. Add 1/2 cup peanuts, 1/4 cup bean sprouts, and carrots. Cook and stir until noodles are heated through, about 2 minutes. Garnish with the remaining peanuts, bean sprouts, lime wedges, green onions, and cilantro.

Cook's Notes:

If using pre-cooked shrimp, don't overcook.

Extra chile sauce can also be added for those who like it really spicy!

Use the garnish ingredients as desired. Some people prefer all the listed ingredients, some people just prefer extra peanuts.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

619 Calories
28g Fat
76g Carbs
22g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 619
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28g 36%
Saturated Fat 5g 24%
Cholesterol 120mg 40%
Sodium 1421mg 62%
Total Carbohydrate 76g 27%
Dietary Fiber 7g 24%
Total Sugars 16g
Protein 22g 44%
Vitamin C 18mg 20%
Calcium 85mg 7%
Iron 3mg 18%
Potassium 631mg 13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.