22-Minute Pad Thai
22-Minute Pad Thai is a flavorful Thai Thai Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Place noodles in a medium heatproof bowl.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
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Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPlace noodles in a medium heatproof bowl.
Add boiling water to cover and let stand, stirring frequently, until soft and pliable but not tender, 5–10 minutes (depending on brand).
Drain; set aside.
Meanwhile, whisk fish sauce, tamarind concentrate, sugar, 2 tsp. chili-garlic sauce, and 1/4 cup hot water in another medium bowl.
Heat oil in a wok or large skillet (at least 12" in diameter) over medium-high.
Add eggs and shrimp and cook, stirring constantly, until shrimp begin to turn pink, about 1 minute.
Add scallion whites, fish sauce mixture, and reserved noodles.
Cook, stirring frequently, until sauce is mostly absorbed and noodles are well coated, about 3 minutes.
Add scallion greens, 2 cups bean sprouts, and 1/4 cup peanuts and cook until heated through, about 1 minute more.
Divide noodle mixture among plates.
Top with cilantro, bean sprouts, and peanuts and serve with lime wedges and chili-garlic sauce.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.