How to Make Pad Thai – The Ultimate Guide to the Classic Thai Noodle Dish

Learn how to make an authentic Pad Thai recipe with this step-by-step guide. You can now enjoy the popular Thai street food in the comfort of your home.

Pad Thai is a popular Thai street food dish made with rice noodles, shrimp, tofu, bean sprouts, and a sweet and tangy tamarind sauce. It’s easy to make and can be customized with your favorite vegetables and protein. This recipe will show you how to make an authentic and delicious Pad Thai that will rival your favorite Thai restaurant.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz. dried rice noodles
• 1/2 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 cup firm tofu, cut into small cubes
• 1/2 cup bean sprouts
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 shallots, thinly sliced
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
• 2 tbsp. vegetable oil
• 2 tbsp. tamarind paste
• 1 tbsp. fish sauce
• 1 tbsp. sugar
• 1 lime, cut into wedges
• 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, chopped

Instructions:

1. Soak the rice noodles in warm water for 20-30 minutes until soft. Drain and set aside.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the tamarind paste, fish sauce, and sugar to make the Pad Thai sauce.
3. Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan.
4. Add the garlic and shallots to the pan and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Add the shrimp and tofu to the pan and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp turn pink.
6. Push the shrimp and tofu to the sides of the pan and pour the beaten eggs into the center. Scramble the eggs until set.
7. Add the rice noodles to the pan and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
8. Pour the Pad Thai sauce over the noodles and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until everything is well coated.
9. Add the bean sprouts and half of the chopped peanuts to the pan and toss to combine.
10. Serve the Pad Thai hot with lime wedges, cilantro, and remaining chopped peanuts on top.

Tips and Tricks:

• Use a wok or a large skillet for even cooking.
• Cut all the ingredients into small pieces for a better texture and flavor.
• Customize your Pad Thai with your favorite vegetables and protein, such as chicken, beef, or pork.
• You can also use dried shrimp or dried tofu instead of fresh shrimp and tofu.
• Add more or less sugar and fish sauce according to your taste preference.

Making Pad Thai at home is easy and rewarding. This classic Thai noodle dish will impress your taste buds with its sweet, sour, and savory flavors. You can make this dish in less than 30 minutes and customize it to your liking with your favorite vegetables and protein. Serve it hot with lime wedges, cilantro, and chopped peanuts on top for a restaurant-worthy presentation.