Zesty Shrimp Pad Thai

Ingredients List

• 1 (8 ounce) package dried rice noodles

• 2 teaspoons peanut oil

• 1 small onion, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar

• 3 tablespoons ketchup

• 3 tablespoons fish sauce

• 3 tablespoons sweet chile sauce

• 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter

• 1 tablespoon light soy sauce

• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

• 1 tablespoon white sugar

• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

• 12 uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 2 eggs, lightly beaten

• 1 cup unsalted dry-roasted peanuts, chopped

• ½ pound bean sprouts

• ¼ cup shredded carrots (Optional)

• ½ lime, cut into wedges

• ¼ cup chopped green onions

• ¼ cup coarsely chopped cilantro

Instructions

1. Soak the noodles in a large bowl with hot water and let them soften for about 15 minutes. Drain and rinse well.

2. In a wok, heat oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and stir-fry until the onion turns translucent, about 5 minutes.

3. In a bowl, mix rice wine vinegar, ketchup, fish sauce, chile sauce, peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, sugar, red pepper flakes, and cayenne pepper. Set this sauce aside.

4. Add shrimp to the wok and cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turns pink, about 4 minutes. Add the sauce mixture and stir well. Push all the ingredients to one side of the pan, creating space. Pour in the eggs and let them cook undisturbed until partially set, about 3 minutes.

5. Add the drained noodles to the wok and mix with the shrimp and eggs. Stir in 1/2 cup of peanuts, 1/4 cup of bean sprouts, and some shredded carrots. Cook, stirring occasionally, until everything is hot, about 2 minutes. Garnish with the remaining peanuts, bean sprouts, lime wedges, green onions, and cilantro.

Chef's Tips:

When using pre-cooked shrimp, be careful not to overcook them.

Feel free to add more chile sauce if you like your dish extra spicy!

Customize the garnishes to your liking. Some people enjoy all the listed options, while others prefer just extra peanuts.

Nutritional Information (per serving)