How To Make Pad Thai

Step 1: You will need

Step 2: Soak The Noodles

Fill a large bowl with lukewarm water and soak 1 package of Thai rice noodles for five to ten minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 3: Roasted Peanuts

Add 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over high heat. Add 2 tbsp peanuts and stir until they're toasted brown. Remove the peanuts and set aside.

Step 4: The Main Ingredients

Add 3 cloves minced garlic and 1/2 tsp minced shallots to the hot oil, stir well. Once sautéed, add the soaked rice noodles and stir. Now add 2 tbsp white vinegar, 4 tbsp fish sauce, 2 tbsp sugar and 1/2 tsp chili pepper. Stir until the noodles soften.

Push the noodles to the side of the wok and scramble 1 egg. Fold the scrambled egg into the noodles. Add 1/4 lb (113 g) raw, shrimp. Cook the shrimp until they turn pink, then fold them into the noodles.

Finish by adding 1 cup (100 g) bean sprouts and 1/2 cup (50 g) chopped green onion. The sprouts will give off a lot of moisture, so keep the heat high and stir until the water evaporates.

Step 5: Serve

Pour the Pad Thai onto a large plate and garnish with chopped green onion, a squeeze of lime juice and the toasted peanuts. Serve hot and enjoy!