Classic Shrimp Pad Thai with Carrots, Peanuts & Fresh Cilantro

Ingredients 15 total

• 12 oz rice noodles
• 1 lb shrimp
• 1 tbsp neutral oil
• 2 tbsp fish sauce
• 2 tbsp tamarind paste
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 2 large eggs
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 cup carrots
• 2 cups bean sprouts
• 3 stalks green onions
• ½ cup roasted peanuts
• ½ cup cilantro
• 1 whole lime wedges

How to Make It

1. 1Soak or cook rice noodles according to package instructions.
2. 2Drain and set aside.
3. 3In a bowl, mix fish sauce, tamarind paste, brown sugar, and lime juice to create the sauce.
4. 4Heat oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
5. 5Cook shrimp for ⏱ 2–3 minutes until pink.
6. 6Remove and set aside.
7. 7In the same pan, add garlic and carrots, cooking until slightly softened.
8. 8Push ingredients to one side and scramble eggs until just set.
9. 9Add noodles and shrimp back to the pan.
10. 10Pour sauce over the mixture and toss to coat evenly.
11. 11Add bean sprouts and green onions, tossing briefly.
12. 12Serve topped with peanuts, cilantro, and lime wedges.