Spicy Shrimp Pad Thai

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 8 ounces Thai rice noodles
• 1/2 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped carrots
• 1/4 cup bean sprouts
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup tamari or low-sodium soy sauce
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Thai chili paste (such as Sriracha)
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

10 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cook the rice noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. Add the garlic, ginger, green onions, red bell pepper, carrots, and bean sprouts to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the cooked rice noodles, brown sugar, tamari, rice vinegar, chili paste, and lime juice to the skillet. Stir to combine.
5. Return the shrimp to the skillet and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.
6. Stir in the peanuts and cilantro. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 cup):

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 10g
• Sodium: 550mg
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Fiber: 5g
• Protein: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Spicy and tangy flavor
• Tender shrimp and crunchy vegetables
• Rich and flavorful sauce
• Aromatic with ginger and cilantro
• Served warm with peanuts for added texture

User Comments:

• "This Pad Thai is amazing! The balance of flavors is perfect."
• "The shrimp is cooked to perfection and the vegetables are still crisp."
• "I love the addition of peanuts for a bit of crunch."
• "This dish is easy to make and so flavorful."
• "The perfect comfort food on a chilly night."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have Thai rice noodles, you can use regular spaghetti noodles.
• Adjust the amount of chili paste to your desired level of spiciness.
• Serve with additional lime wedges for squeezing over the top.