Pad Thai: Thai Style Stir-Fried Noodles

Pad Thai: Thai Style Stir-Fried Noodles

: 2025-12-20 • : 3h 30m • : Medium

What does it include?

Ingredients

  • 200g rice noodles
  • 200g peeled shrimp
  • 100g tofu firme
  • 45 ml fish sauce
  • 30 ml rice syrup
  • 15 ml soy sauce
  • 15 ml brown sugar
  • 5 ml Thai chili paste (to taste)
  • 2 beaten eggs
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 red onion sliced
  • Chopped fresh cilantro
  • Lemon in quarters
  • soybean sprouts

How to prepare it step by step?

Preparation

  1. Heat a wok over medium-high heat and add a little oil. Sauté garlic and onion until fragrant and golden, about 2 minutes.
  2. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes. Remove them from the wok.
  3. In the same wok, add the tofu and stir-fry until golden and crispy on all sides, about 4-5 minutes. Remove it too.
  4. Beat the eggs in the wok and scramble until just set, about 1-2 minutes. Remove the cooked eggs.
  5. Add the rice noodles to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften. Stir in the fish sauce, rice syrup, soy sauce, brown sugar, and chili paste. Mix well until the noodles are evenly coated.
  6. Add the shrimp, tofu, and sautéed eggs back to the wok. Mix until all ingredients are well combined and heated through.
  7. Serve the noodles on individual plates, garnish with fresh cilantro, bean sprouts, and a quarter of lemon.
  8. Serve the Pad Thai immediately and enjoy its delicious mix of flavors.

Full description

Pad Thai is a quintessential Thai dish, celebrated for its harmonious blend of sweet, salty, and spicy flavors. These rice noodles are stir-fried with succulent shrimp, firm tofu, and crisp bean sprouts, creating a dish that's both balanced and deeply satisfying. The aromatic garlic and onion, combined with the tangy fish sauce and the subtle sweetness of rice syrup, elevate the dish with complex layers of flavor. Fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lemon juice add a refreshing finish, making each bite a delightful experience. Enjoy the vibrant textures and aromatic nuances that make Pad Thai a beloved classic.

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