Tender shrimp stir-fried with rice noodles, crisp vegetables, and scrambled egg in a savory-sweet Peanut Thai sauce, then tossed with green onions and finished with fresh lime and crushed peanuts for a bright, balanced flavor in every bite
Vibrant Shrimp Pad Thai features tender rice noodles tossed with juicy shrimp and crisp, fresh vegetables in a bold, savory-sweet sauce. The dish begins with soft rice noodles that soak up every bit of flavor, while shrimp are quickly stir-fried in neutral oil with fragrant minced garlic to build a rich base. Lightly beaten eggs are scrambled into the mix, adding a silky texture that coats the noodles. Fresh bean sprouts bring a satisfying crunch, and sliced green onions add a mild bite and pop of color. The signature Pad Thai sauce combines salty fish sauce, tangy tamarind paste, creamy peanut butter, and a touch of cane sugar for balanced sweetness, along with soy sauce for depth and sambal for a subtle kick of heat. Everything is tossed together then finished with a squeeze of fresh lime and a sprinkle of crushed peanuts for bright citrus notes and nutty crunch in every bite.
INGREDIENTS
6 oz rice noodles — SGC# 602910
Certi Fresh shrimp, peeled & deveined — SGC# 209062
2 tbsp oil — SGC# 053057
2 cloves garlic, minced — SGC# 301247
2 eggs, lightly beaten — SGC# 193003
1 cup bean sprouts — SGC# 191326
2 green onions, sliced — SGC# 192014
Crushed peanuts — SGC# 207262
Lime wedges — SGC# 192625
Pad Thai Sauce
3 tbsp fish sauce — SGC# 101545
2 tbsp tamarind paste — SGC# 050130
¼ cup Peanut butter — SGC# 100213
1½ tbsp cane sugar — SGC# 051805
1 tbsp soy sauce — SGC# 087411
1 Tbsp Sambal — SGC# 050135
INSTRUCTIONS
Soak noodles in hot water 8–10 min until just tender. Drain.
Mix sauce in a small bowl—set aside.
Sear shrimp in a hot wok or skillet with 1 tbsp oil, 1–2 min per side. Remove.
Add remaining oil + garlic. Stir for 10 seconds.
Push garlic aside, scrambling eggs quickly to make an omelet. Hold latter for Garnish
Add noodles + sauce. Toss over medium-high heat until glossy and tender.
Finish with lime, peanuts, extra chili and cilantro leaves.
Finished with a squeeze of fresh lime and a sprinkle of crushed peanuts, the dish comes together in a harmony of bold flavors and satisfying textures. Each forkful delivers a balance of bright, savory, sweet, and lightly spicy notes, while the combination of tender noodles, succulent shrimp, and crisp vegetables creates a comforting yet vibrant plate that feels both classic and crave-worthy. Be sure to view the full video below, where Chef Aaron walks through the process step-by-step and shares tips for bringing this flavorful dish to life in your own kitchen.
