COLORFUL SHRIMP PAD THAI

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Bright, fresh veggie flavors, a splash of tart lime juice, the crunch of peanuts and a hint of heat make this healthy and beautiful shrimp stir-fry a real standout! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

6 ounces uncooked thick rice noodles
1/4 cup rice vinegar
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons fish sauce or additional reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 teaspoons Thai chili sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
STIR-FRY:
1-1/2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 teaspoons sesame oil, divided
2 cups fresh snow peas
2 medium carrots, grated
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups bean sprouts
2 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/4 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, fish sauce, lime juice, chili sauce, oil and pepper flakes until blended; set aside., In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry shrimp in 2 teaspoons oil until shrimp turn pink; remove and keep warm. Stir-fry snow peas and carrots in remaining oil for 1-2 minutes. Add garlic, cook 1 minute longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add eggs; cook and stir until set., Drain noodles; add to vegetable mixture. Stir vinegar mixture and add to the skillet. Bring to a boil. Add shrimp, bean sprouts and green onions; heat through. Sprinkle with cilantro and peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 208mg cholesterol, Sodium 955mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

James Wentworth
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This pad thai is a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it.


Harun45 Mohammod
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I'm not a huge fan of shrimp, but I still enjoyed this pad thai. The sauce is so good!


Zakiriah Bryant
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I love the vibrant colors of this pad thai. It's so appetizing!


rose grech
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This pad thai is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal.


Obuj Oporadhi
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This pad thai is a must-try for any fan of Thai food.


Prudence Paidashe
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I would definitely recommend this pad thai recipe to others.


Jevan Hier
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This pad thai is a great value for the price.


Jack Candy
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I love how versatile this pad thai is. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Diamond Success
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This pad thai is a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables.


Daniel Blasdell
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I made this pad thai for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


raza chohan
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I'm so glad I tried this pad thai recipe. It's now one of my favorites!


Shannon Love
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This pad thai is a great way to use up leftover shrimp.


ATIF NASEEM
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I love the addition of the bean sprouts and peanuts in this pad thai. It adds a nice crunch and texture.


Afshan Azher
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The shrimp in this pad thai was cooked perfectly. It was tender and juicy.


KINGADELEYE_ TITUS
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The sauce in this pad thai is amazing. It's the perfect combination of sweet, sour, and savory.


Juanita Balie
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I'm not usually a fan of pad thai, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so delicious!


King Raju
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I love how easy this pad thai is to make. It's a great weeknight meal.


Tesfaldet Bereket
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This pad thai was a hit with my family! The flavors were so well-balanced and the shrimp was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.