Shrimp and Tofu Pad Thai - traditional recipe

What does it include?

Ingredients

• 200 g rice noodles
• 200 g peeled shrimp
• 150 g tofu firme
• 30 ml fish sauce
• 45 ml dark soy sauce
• 15 ml brown sugar
• 30 ml lime juice
• 1 clove of garlic, minced
• 15 ml sesame oil
• 15 ml vegetable oil
• 1 red pepper in strips
• 1 bunch of bean sprouts
• 15 ml chopped peanuts
• 1 beaten egg
• Fresh cilantro to taste

How to prepare it step by step?

Preparation

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and fry until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes, then remove and set aside.
2. In the same pan, add the sesame oil and the tofu cut into cubes. Fry until golden brown on all sides, about 4-5 minutes.
3. Boil the rice noodles according to package instructions and drain. Meanwhile, prepare the sauce by mixing the fish sauce, dark soy sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice.
4. Add the boiled noodles and red pepper strips to the pan with the tofu. Pour the sauce over the noodles and stir until everything is well coated, about 2 minutes.
5. Make a well in the center of the pan and add the beaten egg. Cook until set, about 1 minute, then mix it with the rest of the ingredients.
6. Add the shrimp, bean sprouts, and chopped peanuts. Cook for a couple more minutes, until everything is heated through.
7. Serve hot, sprinkle with fresh cilantro, and enjoy.