Imagine bringing the vibrant, tantalizing flavors of authentic Thai street food right into your kitchen without spending hours cooking. This "Pad Thai in a Hurry" recipe is your secret weapon to creating a mouthwatering, restaurant-style meal that will transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Bangkok in mere minutes. Whether you're a busy professional, a home cook short on time, or simply craving a quick and delicious meal, this recipe promises maximum flavor with minimal effort.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Thai
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 200g rice noodles
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup cooked shrimp
- 3 tablespoons Pad Thai sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Fill a large bowl with hot water and soak rice noodles for 8-10 minutes until they become soft but not completely cooked. Drain and set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or wide skillet over medium-high heat. Crack eggs directly into the pan and quickly scramble them, breaking into small pieces.
- Add the soaked rice noodles to the pan and toss quickly with the scrambled eggs, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Pour Pad Thai sauce over the noodles and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, mixing thoroughly to ensure the noodles are evenly coated and heated through.
- Add cooked shrimp to the noodle mixture and continue to stir-fry for an additional 1-2 minutes until the shrimp are heated and well-integrated.
- Transfer the Pad Thai to serving plates and garnish generously with chopped peanuts.
- Serve immediately with fresh lime wedges on the side, allowing diners to squeeze lime juice over their portion for added brightness.
Tips
- Noodle Preparation: Soak rice noodles in hot water just until they're pliable but not fully cooked. This prevents them from becoming mushy during stir-frying.
- High Heat is Key: Use a wok or wide skillet on medium-high heat to achieve that authentic stir-fried texture and prevent ingredients from sticking.
- Sauce Distribution: Pour Pad Thai sauce evenly and stir quickly to ensure each noodle is perfectly coated with flavor.
- Fresh Lime is Essential: Always serve with fresh lime wedges. The citrus brightness cuts through the richness and elevates the entire dish.
- Customize Your Protein: While this recipe uses shrimp, feel free to substitute with tofu, chicken, or even keep it vegetarian.
- Garnish Generously: Don't skimp on chopped peanuts - they add crucial texture and authentic Thai street food crunch!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 250mg
